<unk>  is any burn-related injury that can potentially lead to serious outcomes. There are various causes of<unk> , including fire, radiant heat, radiation, chemical, or electrical contact, that can affect a person in many ways based on factors from anatomical and physiological factors. Depending on the severity of the burns, quick management and transport to an appropriate burn facility may be necessary to prevent loss of life. Various classification scales exist for use with<unk>  to determine the severity of the burns, which is used to determine the resources used and for statistical collection. The initial assessment is critical in determining the extent of injuries and what will be needed to manage an injury, and treating immediate life threats.
Thermal trauma
Electrical injury
Barotrauma
Secondary trauma
Facial trauma
Chemical burn
Trauma
Penetrating trauma