What is the hallmark sign of a full-thickness burn?
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Correct answer: Painless, white or charred skin
Full-thickness burns destroy nerve endings, resulting in a painless, dry, or charred wound surface.
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More Classification of Burns questions
- A fourth-degree burn differs from a third-degree burn by involving which additional structure?
- Which classification of burn is typically caused by prolonged exposure to hot liquids or flames?
- In assessing a burn, the nurse notes a dry wound with firm, leathery texture. This indicates:
- Which burn classification is most likely to heal without scarring?
- Which burn classification is most associated with intense pain due to exposed nerve endings?
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