Burn injuries are some of the most dramatic trauma patients EMS providers encounter — but the real danger often isn’t the burn itself. In this episode, we break down the different types of burns, how to assess burn severity, and why airway compromise, fluid loss, and infection risk make burn patients especially dangerous.
Mike, Max, and Jonathan walk through thermal, chemical, and electrical burns, the difference between superficial and full-thickness injuries, and how tools like the Rule of Nines help providers quickly estimate burn severity in the field. From scene safety to cooling burns and recognizing when a patient needs rapid transport to a burn center, this episode focuses on the priorities that matter most during burn emergencies.
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Episode Breakdown
00:00 – Intro, sponsor shoutouts, and episode setup
16:35 – Overview of burn injuries and why they’re high risk
28:10 – Medical Term of the Week: Rule of Nines
44:20 – Types of burns: thermal, chemical, electrical, and radiation
01:12:10 – Burn severity, airway risks, and complications
01:37:25 – Tools of the Trade: Burn Sheets / Burn Blankets
01:51:40 – Student Tip of the Week: Burn assessment basics
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and storytelling purposes only. It is not medical advice or official EMT training. Always follow your accredited instructors and local protocols.
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