Burns are a common type of trauma, and after a burn occurs, in addition to actively taking measures for treatment, careful care is also required. The quality of care directly determines whether burns can be cured as soon as possible. So, what are the nursing measures for burns?
1、 Pay attention to diet
1. Burn victims should not drink large amounts of plain water in the early stages.
2. If the burn is severe, it is recommended to eat less for 1-2 days after the injury, and gradually resume normal eating on the third day, with a focus on easily digestible foods.
3. Eat less spicy and stimulating foods, such as sea pepper, ginger, garlic, etc.
4. Eat more, especially high-quality protein that is easily absorbed, such as eggs, beans, and their products.
2、 Maintain skin cleanliness
When the burn wound has just healed, there is still a small amount of secretion and scabs, and bacteria are prone to rapid growth. In addition, the thin and tender epidermis has incomplete structure and function, which can easily lead to infection and rupture. During this period, neutral cleaning agents can be used for cleaning, followed by treatment with anti scar drugs.
3、 Avoid excessive friction and excessive activity
Due to the incomplete structure and function of the epidermis in burn scars, the epidermis is more susceptible to damage, and some inappropriate treatments may exacerbate the injury. When applying anti scar drugs, it is not advisable to massage excessively or for too long, as this can cause the separation of the epidermis and the fibrous layer, resulting in blisters or blood blisters. Excessive joint movement can also cause the epidermis to loosen and separate, leading to blisters.
4、 Bubbles should be drained in a timely manner to avoid infection and ulcer formation
Due to various stimuli, the newly formed epidermis is prone to loosening and forming blisters. If blisters are not treated correctly in a timely manner, they often lead to infection and ulceration. After the appearance of blisters, the skin can be disinfected with complexed iodine, and the blisters can be cut open with sterile scissors to remove the accumulated fluid. Generally, anti scar treatment should be implemented after the blister has subsided and the ulcer has healed.
Burns require active care, and the nursing measures described in this article are of great significance for the recovery of burns. If your family members experience burns, you can take active care according to these measures in this article.
