MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

INTEGUMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A full thickness burn that requires a skin graft is a ____ degree burn.
A
First
B
Second
C
Third
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -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 (the dermis).

Detailed explanation-2: -Skin graft: As third degree burns do not heal by themselves, a skin graft is often necessary. A doctor may use a combination of natural skin grafts, artificial skin products, or laboratory-grown skin. Intravenous fluids: Some people may receive extra fluids to maintain their blood pressure and prevent shock.

Detailed explanation-3: -Third-degree (full thickness) burns. 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.

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