Burns Flashcards
1
Q
What is the modern terminology for second degree burns?
A
Partial thickness (superficial dermal) or Partial thickness (deep dermal)
2
Q
What is the modern terminology for third degree burns?
A
Full thickness
3
Q
Description of superficial epidermal (first degree) burns
A
Red & painful
4
Q
Description of partial thickness superficial dermal (second degree) burns
A
Pale pink
Painful
Blistered
5
Q
Description of partial thickness deep dermal (second degree) burns
A
Typically white but may have patches on non-blanching erythema
Reduced sensation
6
Q
Description of full thickness (third degree) burns
A
White/brown/black in colour
No blisters
No pain
7
Q
What is the modern terminology for first degree burns?
A
Superficial epidermal
