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Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is a rare, life-threatening condition, particularly challenging in elderly patients with multiple comorbidities.
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An 84-year-old female patient with TEN had 55% body surface area involvement and a high mortality risk, necessitating comprehensive nursing care.
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Individualized nursing strategies included staged wound care, mucosal protection, and strict infection control, leading to effective patient outcomes.
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After 17 days of ICU care, the patient's wounds achieved nearly complete healing, with significant reductions in infection markers.
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The case highlights the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in managing severe TEN in elderly patients to improve recovery and reduce complications.
