Burns can cause rapid swelling or inhalation injury. Securing the airway is the first priority in emergency management.
Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) Provider Course - October 2023 ABLS.rar
Burn shock is a major risk. ABLS provides protocols for initiating IV fluids (typically Lactated Ringers ) based on the patient's body surface area and weight. Burns can cause rapid swelling or inhalation injury