10 Questions
Which factor does not determine the severity of a burn injury?
Time of day the burn occurred
What is the characteristic of a second-degree burn?
Associated with blister formation and is painful
What is the characteristic of a first-degree burn?
Results in erythematous burns with intact epidermis
At what percentage of Total Body Surface Area (TBSA) burned are adults at high risk for mortality and morbidity?
More than 40%
What is the characteristic of a third-degree burn?
Involves total destruction of the epidermis and dermis
What is the typical healing time for second-degree burns?
2 to 3 weeks
Which part of the skin remains intact in second-degree burns?
Hair follicles and skin appendages
What type of injury involves total destruction of the epidermis and dermis?
Third-degree burn
Which factor puts adults at high risk for mortality and morbidity in burn injuries?
Depth of the burn
What is a typical example of a first-degree burn?
Superficial scald
Test your knowledge of burn injury severity with this quiz. Explore factors that determine the severity of burn injuries, including patient age, burn depth, surface area affected, inhalation injury, and comorbid conditions. Understand the high mortality risk for adults with more than 40% total body surface area burned.
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