GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which type of burn is characterized by the epidermis and dermis being destroyed, leaving scar tissue behind?
A
1st degree burn
B
2nd degree burn
C
3rd degree burn
D
none of the choices
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Second-degree burns involve the epidermis and part of the dermis layer of skin. The burn site appears red, blistered, and may be swollen and painful. Third-degree burns destroy the epidermis and dermis. Third-degree burns may also damage the underlying bones, muscles, and tendons.

Detailed explanation-2: -Second-Degree or Partial-Thickness Burns There is damage to the top layer or epidermis and some damage to the second layer of skin or dermis. There are blisters, which may be broken or intact, and swelling. The skin under the blisters is wet, weepy, pink and painful.

Detailed explanation-3: -Burn levels first-degree burns: red, nonblistered skin. second-degree burns: blisters and some thickening of the skin. third-degree burns: widespread thickness with a white, leathery appearance.

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