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What type of burn results from radiant energy being transferred to the body?
What type of burn results from radiant energy being transferred to the body?
- Radiation burn (correct)
- Thermal burn
- Chemical burn
- Electrical burn
What is the primary factor that determines the extent of injury in electrical burns?
What is the primary factor that determines the extent of injury in electrical burns?
- Amount of resistance
- Current pathways (correct)
- Time of contact
- Voltage
What is the recommended initial step in managing chemical burns?
What is the recommended initial step in managing chemical burns?
- Flush with water continuously (correct)
- Apply ointment to the affected area
- Remove affected clothing
- Cover the burn with a bandage
What is the threshold voltage for low voltage electrical injuries that may cause death due to ventricular fibrillation?
What is the threshold voltage for low voltage electrical injuries that may cause death due to ventricular fibrillation?
What type of burn results from exposure to radiant energy being transferred to the body?
What type of burn results from exposure to radiant energy being transferred to the body?
What type of exposure causes thermal burns?
What type of exposure causes thermal burns?
What is the primary factor that determines the severity of electrical burns?
What is the primary factor that determines the severity of electrical burns?
What is the threshold voltage for low voltage electrical injuries that may cause death due to ventricular fibrillation?
What is the threshold voltage for low voltage electrical injuries that may cause death due to ventricular fibrillation?
What is the recommended initial step in managing chemical burns?
What is the recommended initial step in managing chemical burns?
What type of exposure causes burns from flame or a hot object?
What type of exposure causes burns from flame or a hot object?
