Burns

Question 0

second-degree burn

Answer 0

damage to entire epidermis and part of dermis. may be red, tan or white. blistered and very painful. several months to heal, sometimes leave scars

Question 1

first-degree burn

Answer 1

damage only to epidermis; redness, slight swelling and pain. heals quickly no scars.

Question 2

third-degree burn

Answer 2

destroy all of epidermis and dermis. skin can only heal on the sides. require skin grafts. scarring or severe disfigurement.