Burns

Question 1

1st degree burns

Answer 1

effects superficial epidermis

Question 2

2nd degree burns

Answer 2

effects epidermis and superficial dermis and dermis
will heal on its own
no damage to sweat glands and hair follicles

Question 3

3rd degree burns

Answer 3

effects epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous tissue

possible muscle damage

edges heal but often requires grafting on ulcerated portions

doesnt heal on its own
can go to deep fascia and muscle
sweat glands will be destroyed