Table 1 H2H-CT program for patients with DPT burns.

From: Hospital-to-home care transition program for deep partial-thickness burns: improved scar outcomes and quality of life

Sessions

Time

Location

Content

1

Day of admission to the emergency ward

Emergency department

− Introduction of the researcher and study objectives

− Importance of self-care and personal responsibility

− Q&A session

2

First visit to the clinic (Day 2 post-discharge)

Clinic

− Anatomy and physiology of the skin

− Definition, types, and complications of burns

− Treatment regimens and scar management

− Scar prevention strategies including early mobilization, proper nutrition, and hygiene

− Introduction to use of pressure garments and silicone gel

− Appropriate physical activity and nutrition

− Q&A session

3

Second visit to the clinic (Day 4 post-discharge)

Clinic

− Review of previous session topics

− Interpersonal relationships

− Stress management

− Body image, self-esteem, and improvement strategies

− Demonstration of scar massage techniques and sun protection methods

4

Phone follow-up, Week 2 post-discharge

Home

− Q&A session about scar prevention care taught in previous sessions

− Measures to improve quality of life

5

Phone follow-up, Week 3 post-discharge

Home

− Q&A session about scar prevention care taught in previous sessions

− Measures to improve quality of life

  1. H2H-CT, hospital-to-home care transition; DPT; deep partial-thickness burns.