Asked by Courtney Fleming on Jun 25, 2024

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Third- or fourth-degree burn

A) foreign body
B) forceps
C) nipper pliers
D) strain
E) sprain
F) compression
G) superficial burn
H) partial-thickness burn
I) full thickness burn
J) abrasion
K) avulsion
L) incision
M) laceration
N) puncture wound
O) cravat

Fourth-Degree Burn

The most severe type of burn, affecting all layers of the skin and underlying tissues, possibly damaging muscles and bones.

Full Thickness Burn

A severe burn that extends through all layers of the skin, potentially affecting underlying tissues and requiring specialized medical treatment.

Third-Degree Burn

A severe burn characterized by the destruction of both the outer and underlying layers of skin, potentially affecting deeper tissues and causing significant scarring.

  • Achieve comprehension of and expound on the etiologies and management options for various categories of burns.
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Dallasbekillen VelezJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
I
Explanation :
Third- or fourth-degree burns are classified as full thickness burns, which means they extend through every layer of the skin and possibly into underlying tissues.