Evaluation and Treatment of the Child with a Burn Injury

Resource Overview

• Provides evidence-based guidance for the emergency department evaluation and treatment of pediatric burn injuries.
• Emphasizes early assessment, pain management, wound care, and disposition considerations to support safe, standardized care.

How to Use This Resource

• Review to guide initial assessment and management of pediatric burn injuries.
• Use to support decisions related to burn severity, stabilization, and transfer to specialized care.
• Share with the ED team to align care practices and reinforce guideline-based management.