Electrical injuries

Emerg Nurse. 1999 May;7(2):27-31. doi: 10.7748/en1999.05.7.2.27.c1275.

Abstract

Never underestimate the severity of the injury. History taking must be meticulous and thorough. Accurately assess percent of skin loss--fluid resuscitate as necessary. Monitor for the presence of cardiac arrhythmias. Observe for the development of compartment syndrome. Observe volume and colour of passed urine. Seek expert opinion.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Electric Injuries / diagnosis*
  • Electric Injuries / physiopathology
  • Electric Injuries / therapy*
  • Emergency Nursing / methods*
  • Fluid Therapy / methods
  • Humans
  • Nursing Assessment / methods
  • Resuscitation / methods
  • Skin Care / methods