Oncology And Burns

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Precautions for onc. pt.

Back 1

increased BP
increased edema (especially lymph edema)
pathological bone FX
Universal precautions
use major caution with physical agent modalities

Front 2

partial thickness

Back 2

some portion of the dermis remains therefore will can regenerate skin cells.
*characterized by thick walled blisters, that will increase in size and is a deep red to waxy white.
*will form scar
*deep thickness has possibility of hypertrophy and contractures

Front 3

full thickness

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destroys entire epidermis and dermis into the subcutaneous fat layer.
*will not heal spontaneously
*vary in color
*small frigile thin walled blisters
*dry and leathery
*initial anestetic but remains painful with deep pressure.
*severe risk for hypertrophy and contracture.

Front 4

eschar

Back 4

burned tissue

Front 5

allograft

Back 5

homo graft- donor skin

Front 6

autograft

Back 6

surgical transplantation of patients own skin.

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compartment syndrome

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Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that involves increased pressure in a muscle compartment. It can lead to muscle and nerve damage and problems with blood flow.

Front 8

excoriation

Back 8

excessive scratching and skin breakdown

Front 9

pruritis

Back 9

persistent itching

Front 10

microstomia

Back 10

limited mouth opening.