New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 8 - HEALTH
Chapter 41 - ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT SERVICES; MOBILE INTENSIVE CARE PROGRAMS, SPECIALTY CARE TRANSPORT SERVICES AND AIR MEDICAL SERVICES
Subchapter 8 - STANDING ORDERS FOR PEDIATRIC PATIENTS
Section 8:41-8.14 - Standing orders for pediatric burn management

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 8:41-8.14

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 6, March 18, 2024

(a) The following standing orders are authorized in the event that a pediatric patient presents with burns:

1. Stop the burning process;

2. If hazardous materials are suspected, take proper precautions and contact medical command physician for guidance on treatment protocols;

3. Immobilize the spine if indicated;

4. Assess and secure the airway;

5. Consider endotracheal intubation if indicated for airway burns and/or respiratory compromise;

6. Administer 100 percent oxygen;

7. Cover the burns with a dry dressing;

8. Maintain normal body temperature;

9. Begin transportation of patient to the appropriate facility;

10. If evidence of trauma, refer to 8:41-8.8, Standing orders for pediatric trauma;

11. Establish IV access with normal saline at a KVO rate or, if patient is severely unstable, establish IO access; and

12. Contact the medical command physician.

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