There is no single "best" infusion for all burns, as treatment depends on the severity and type of burn. However, several infusions play crucial roles in burn care.
Pain Management
For burn pain management, intravenous lidocaine infusion shows promise as an effective adjunctive therapy. Studies suggest it enhances analgesic efficacy with no significant adverse side effects reported. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468912222000293 This is especially important because good pain control is essential for better wound healing and overall patient well-being. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5642992/
Fluid Resuscitation
For severe burns, fluid resuscitation is critical. The recommended intravenous fluid rate for patients with burn injuries exceeding 20% total body surface area (TBSA) is determined by formulas like the Consensus Formula (2ml/kg/%TBSA). https://med.uth.edu/surgery/burn-resuscitation-protocol/ This helps maintain adequate blood volume and circulation. While albumin infusion has been studied, its overall effect on mortality remains inconclusive. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4851230/
Other Infusions
In prolonged field care, a ketamine infusion may be considered for burn patients. https://jts.health.mil/assets/docs/cpgs/Burn_Management_PFC_13_Jan_2017_ID57.pdf Other medications might be administered intravenously depending on the specific needs of the patient, such as those to treat infection or manage other complications.
Important Note: This information is for general knowledge and should not be considered medical advice. Burn treatment requires professional medical assessment and care.
