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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?
Which type of burn involves the epidermis and possibly a portion of the dermis, and is characterized by erythematous but intact epidermis?
What is the characteristic appearance of a first-degree burn?
What is the characteristic appearance of a first-degree burn?
Which factor is NOT considered in determining the severity of burns?
Which factor is NOT considered in determining the severity of burns?
What is the characteristic of a second-degree burn?
What is the characteristic of a second-degree burn?
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A first-degree burn involves full-thickness tissue destruction.
A first-degree burn involves full-thickness tissue destruction.
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Which type of burn involves full thickness tissue destruction, causing white or charred skin and loss of sensation?
Which type of burn involves full thickness tissue destruction, causing white or charred skin and loss of sensation?
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What are the signs and symptoms associated with first-degree burns?
What are the signs and symptoms associated with first-degree burns?
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A second-degree burn is characterized by erythematous but intact epidermis.
A second-degree burn is characterized by erythematous but intact epidermis.
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First-degree burns cause white or charred skin and loss of sensation.
First-degree burns cause white or charred skin and loss of sensation.
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The severity of burns is determined by the depth of the burn, age of patients, and amount of surface area burned.
The severity of burns is determined by the depth of the burn, age of patients, and amount of surface area burned.
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First-degree burns are characterized by reddened, dry appearance with minimal or no edema.
First-degree burns are characterized by reddened, dry appearance with minimal or no edema.
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