1. What is the Rule of Nines for Burns?

Definition: The Rule of Nines is a method to estimate the total body surface area (TBSA) affected by burns.

Purpose: It helps medical professionals quickly assess burn severity and determine treatment needs.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Rule of Nines formula:

Explanation: Each body region is assigned a percentage of total body surface area. The sum of affected areas gives the total burn percentage.

3. Importance of TBSA Calculation

Details: Accurate TBSA estimation is critical for fluid resuscitation, prognosis, and determining the need for specialized burn care.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the percentage of each body region affected by burns. The calculator sums these values to give total burn surface area.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a major burn?
A: Burns covering >20% TBSA in adults or >10% in children are considered major and require hospitalization.

Q2: How does this differ for children?
A: Children have proportionally larger heads (up to 18%) and smaller legs, requiring adjusted percentages.

Q3: What about partial thickness burns?
A: Only include areas with 2nd or 3rd degree burns; 1st degree (superficial) burns aren't included in TBSA.

Q4: When is the Rule of Nines not accurate?
A: For scattered burns or obese patients, the Lund-Browder chart may be more precise.

Q5: What's the significance of the 1% genitals area?
A: While small, genital burns are clinically significant due to potential functional impacts.