Burn Severity Classification Quiz
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Which type of burn involves the epidermis and possibly a portion of the dermis, and is characterized by erythematous but intact epidermis?

  • Third-degree burn
  • Fourth-degree burn
  • Second-degree burn
  • First-degree burn (correct)
  • What is the characteristic appearance of a first-degree burn?

  • Reddened, dry, minimal or no edema (correct)
  • Blistering and weeping of the skin
  • Black or charred skin with loss of sensation
  • White or waxy appearance with firm texture
  • Which factor is NOT considered in determining the severity of burns?

  • Presence of inhalation injury
  • Type of dressing used (correct)
  • Depth of the burn
  • Age of patients
  • What is the characteristic of a second-degree burn?

    <p>Causes blistering and weeping of the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A first-degree burn involves full-thickness tissue destruction.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn involves full thickness tissue destruction, causing white or charred skin and loss of sensation?

    <p>Third-degree burn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the signs and symptoms associated with first-degree burns?

    <p>Tingling, hyperesthesia, pain soothed by cooling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A second-degree burn is characterized by erythematous but intact epidermis.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-degree burns cause white or charred skin and loss of sensation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The severity of burns is determined by the depth of the burn, age of patients, and amount of surface area burned.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-degree burns are characterized by reddened, dry appearance with minimal or no edema.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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