This 11-year-old male had a hearing screening at school and was then referred to me for further evaluation. History includes middle ear pathology 2 years ago due to ear infections. At this time the left canal and TM are clear. The right TM is obscured due to cerumen. A tympanometry was conducted using a tympanometer and found to be consistent with normal middle ear pressure and mobility. Hearing is adequate. No further evaluation at this time. ICD-10-PCS Code Assignment:

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Ayoung boy, age 2 years, pulled a pot of boiling water over his head, arms, and chest, resulting in a mixed burn to the anterior surface of his head and arms, chest, and feet. 1. discuss the factors that determine the classification of the types of burns and determine what type(s) this victim probably has. 2. discuss how the physicians in the emergency room will determine the percentage of the body that may be burned and what special considerations may be involved when evaluating a child. 3. discuss the additional effects associated with burns and the treatments involved, which include shock, pain, electrolyte and fluid imbalances, respiratory complications, infection, metabolic problems, and anemia. 4. discuss the actions to promote the healing of burns. specifically address the problems that may be associated with scarring and the effects of growth that this 2-year-old may experience.