NURSING CARES TO BURNING CLIENT – A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Abstract

Objective: the target of this study was to identify through review the literature, the main nursing cares recommended to the burning client found in the scientific production in the period of 1998 to 2008 and analyzing the implication of this care in the practice of the care to the burned client. Methods: the study was developed through the bibliographic research in the data base of Lilacs, Scielo and Bdenf, eight articles in total. It as elaborated a matrix and then a thematic analyzes from the recommendation found in the article. Results: the following themes came from this analyze: permanent education, biomedical care/clinic condition, technology /resources of treatment and technical care / procedures. Conclusion: the person that was a burning victim presents not only the physical deformity, but also the emotional integrity compromised. That’s why it is very important that the nursing professional try to fulfill the basic needs of this client. So, the burse will contribute to a better rehabilitation of the burned client, giving assistance in a complete way, in all levels of attention. Descriptors: Burns, Burn Units, Nursing Care.