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Pathophysiology and current management of burn injury
1Burn Center, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.
Purpose:
To provide the physician and registered professional nurse with an overview of the pathophysiology and current management of burn injuries.
Target Audience:
This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in learning about evidence-based prevention and management of burn wounds.
Objectives:
After reading the article and taking the test, the participant should be able to: (1) Explain the pathophysiology of skin function. (2) Describe the different types of burn injuries. (3) Identify the treatment strategies for burn injuries.
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