Upon discharge, a patient will be scheduled for follow-up appointments at the outpatient clinic located in the Burn Treatment Center. Outpatients should complete their daily bath and bandage change prior to the clinic visit. Bandages will be removed and then replaced during the clinic visit. Many patients and families find it helpful to write down their questions or concerns to bring to the clinic visit.
During the clinic visit, the physician examines the patient and makes recommendations concerning bandage changes, physical activity level, medication adjustment, and return to work or school.
Nurses assist the patient and family with any questions or concerns regarding wound care. This assistance includes offering advice about discomfort, itching, or home routine, and providing additional bandage supplies.
The physical or occupational therapist evaluates the patient for scar and contracture formation, and revises home exercise programs.
The social worker is available to discuss the patient and family's adjustment at home and can provide referrals for counseling, community resources, or other needed assistance.
Patients and families that have been involved in research on the burn Treatment Center will be followed up during clinic visits.
The University Hospitals philosophy of personalized care is explained by our UIHC Guiding Principles of Patient Care. Copies are available from your nursing unit or the Patient Representative Office.
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