Burn Care
Burn Care
Home burn care covers the nursing management of minor, superficial burns in the patient’s own home. A specialized nurse handles the cleaning and dressing of the wound with aseptic technique, monitors how it is healing, and works closely with the treating physician at every step of care.
Who It’s For
It is intended for people with small, superficial burns that can be managed at home following a physician’s assessment. It suits elderly people, bedbound patients, and anyone who needs regular dressing changes but has difficulty travelling. Severe, extensive, or deep burns are not treated at home and are referred immediately for hospital care.
What It Includes
- Cleaning & dressing: Gentle cleaning of the burn and application of appropriate dressings using sterile single-use materials.
- Monitoring healing: Checking the area for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or discharge, and informing the physician promptly.
- Comfort measures: Support to ease discomfort, along with wound-care guidance between visits.
Safety & Procedure
Care is provided by a certified nurse following all hygiene and safety standards. The care plan follows the instructions of the treating physician, and at any sign of worsening or severity of the burn the patient is referred for medical evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is home burn care and how is it done?
It is the nursing management of minor, superficial burns in your home by a certified nurse.
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The nurse gently cleans the burn and applies a dressing using sterile single-use materials and aseptic technique, monitors how it is healing, and provides wound-care guidance between visits. The care plan always follows the instructions of the treating physician.
Who is home burn care for?
It is intended for people with small, superficial burns that can be managed at home following a physician's assessment.
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It suits elderly people, bedbound patients, and anyone who needs regular dressing changes but has difficulty travelling. Severe, extensive, or deep burns are not treated at home and are referred immediately for hospital care.
Do I need a referral or physician's order for home burn care?
Yes, home care for minor burns is carried out following an assessment and instructions from the treating physician, to confirm that the burn is suitable for management at home.
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The nurse works closely with the physician at every step and reports any sign of infection or worsening promptly. Contact us to clarify the process in your case.
How much does home burn care cost in Ioannina?
The cost depends on the frequency of visits, the extent of the burn, and the dressing materials required, as well as on the area.
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Call us at 26510 66590 for information on pricing and possible coverage by insurance funds or EOPYY.
Need a nurse?
Contact us to request a nurse visit, with a free assessment
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