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1st,2nd,3rd Degree Burns

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

BURNS

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1ST DEGREE

  • Epidural burn
  • Most common in sunburns
  • Generally heal in two to three days

2ND DEGREE

  • Occurs in the upper region of the dermis
  • Blisters appear
  • Causes most discomfort

3RD DEGREE

  • Destroy the nerve endings
  • Burned area appears grayish black or white
  • Skin grafting must be done.