Outline

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to…

Describe the pathophysiology and priorities for care of a patient who sustains burns.
Determine the degree of burn and total body surface area involvement of a burn using the Rule of Nines
Discuss the nursing priorities for prevention and/or management of pressure ulcers/Pressure injuries
Explain the pathophysiology of Herpes Zoster (Shingles), how to recognize it, and how to manage these patients.
Discuss ways to identify skin cancer and educate a patient on how to prevent skin cancer from forming.
Discuss the pathophysiology and nursing priorities for MRSA infections, frostbite, and Stevens Johnson Syndrome.