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Accidents - Candles, candlesticks and other candle holders - 50+ years old - Year 2009 - Lower Trunk

 



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Number Of Accidents (Estimate): 15
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Date: 12/08/2009Age: 80 yearsSex: FemaleRace: Other
Location: HomeFire: Fire involvement and/or smoke inhalation - Fire Dept. attendance is not recorded
Body part: Lower TrunkDiagnosis: Burns, Thermal
Product: Candles, candlesticks and other candle holders, Day wear
PT WAS LIGHTING A CANDLE WHEN SARI CAUGHT FIRE. FD NS. DX: 20% TBSA BURN BUTTOCKS/LEGS.
Disposition: Treated and admitted for hospitalization (within same facility)

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