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Which describes a third-degree burn?
A
skin partly destroyed, blisters forming
B
skin partly destroyed, charring present
C
skin reddened, blisters formed
D
skin reddened, but unbroken
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is a third-degree burn? A third-degree burn is referred to as a full-thickness burn. This type of burn destroys the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and the entire layer beneath (or dermis).

Detailed explanation-2: -Third-degree burns destroy the epidermis and dermis. They may go into the innermost layer of skin, the subcutaneous tissue. The burn site may look white or blackened and charred.

Detailed explanation-3: -Third-degree burns damage or completely destroy both layers of skin including hair follicles and sweat glands and damage underlying tissues. These burns always require skin grafts.

Detailed explanation-4: -Third-degree (full-thickness) burns-Third-degree burns (also called full-thickness burns) extend through all layers of the skin, completely destroying the skin. The burned area usually does not hurt. It can range in color from a deep red to waxy white to leathery gray or charred black.

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