Frostbite

Treatment of frostbite

1. Remove clothing and jewelry to prevent constriction.

2. Do not massage, rub, or squeeze the area involved. Injuried tissue is easily damaged.

3. Immerse the affected area in water heated to 37-39 (98.6~102.2F), preferably in a whirlpool. Higher temperfures do not significantly decrease rewarming time but can intensify pain.

4. Avoid heavy blankets or clothing to prevent tissue sloughing . 조직이 탈피할거라서 ㅜㅜ 무거운 담요나 옷은 오히려 안좋음. 

5. Provide analgesia as the rewarming procedure is extremely painful 

6. As thawing occurs, the injured area will become edematous and may blister. Elevate the injured area after rewarming to reduce edema.

7. Keep wounds open immediately after a water bath or whirlpool treatment and allow them to dry before applyinh loose, nonadherent, sterile dressings

8. monitor for signs of compartment syndrome.