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

Electrical injuries

D Bird  1
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Review

Electrical injuries

D Bird. Emerg Nurse. 1999 May.

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.

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