Frost bite rapid rewarming is done with which temperature
Rapid rewarming in a warm (98.6 degF to 102.2 degF / 37 degC to 39 degC) water bath is the treatment of choice. Slow rewarming may cause more tissue damage. Frostbite : Treatment * Rapid rewarming in 42degC water (do not thaw in field if refreezing might occur) * Narcotics * Tetanus prophylaxis * Topical antibiotics as for 2nd degree burns * No debridement surgery for at least several months unless wet gangrene / infection occur * If large amounts of tissue involved, watch for rhabdomyolysis / renal failure REF : NARAYANAREDDY
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