Asked by Rahul Sharma on May 04, 2024
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Characterized by heat;heat activated;a type of burn caused by residential fires;automobile accidents;playing with matches;accidents with gasoline,space heaters,or firecrackers;scalding water from the stove or tub;and coming in contact with curling irons,stoves,or clothing irons
A) anaphylactic
B) chemical
C) electrical
D) friction
E) immobilize
F) molten
G) rabies
H) RICE
I) shock
J) splinter
K) superficial
L) thermal
M) wound
Thermal Burn
A burn injury that results from exposure to high temperatures, such as from fire, steam, hot liquids, or sun exposure.
Characterized
Described or defined by distinctive qualities or features.
Residential Fires
Fires that occur in private homes, potentially causing damage to property, injury, or loss of life.
- Attain insight into and describe the underlying causes and control measures for different burn injuries.
Verified Answer
ZK
Zybrea KnightMay 07, 2024
Final Answer :
L
Explanation :
The correct term is "thermal," as it relates to heat and includes burns caused by various heat sources such as residential fires, automobile accidents, and scalding water, which are all examples of thermal injuries.
Learning Objectives
- Attain insight into and describe the underlying causes and control measures for different burn injuries.