11.
Because it is colorless, odorless, and tasteless.
(para 3-7d(3)NOTE)
12.
Protects against infection.
Protects body from water loss.
Regulates body temperature.
Sensory organ for touch, pain, temperature, & pressure perception.
(para 3-9)
13.
The skin. (para 3-9)
14.
a. The epidermis which is the outer layer of skin.
b. Mild partial thickness burns.
(para 3-10a)
15.
Extend partially into the skin layers. Second-degree burns extend through the
first skin layer (epidermis) and into, but not through, the second skin layer (the
dermis). (para 3-10b)
16.
a. The epidermis and the dermis.
b. Full thickness.
(para 3-10c)
17.
a. Minor. (para 3-13a)
b. Moderate. (para 3-12b)
c. Critical. (para 3-11c)
18.
This burn can cause airway obstruction.
(para 3-14d)
19.
Hot grease is hard to remove and cools slowly. The grease may cause extensive
damage before anyone can remove it. (para 3-15c)
20.
Right arm, front =
4.5%
Right arm, back =
4.5%
Right leg, front =
9%
Right leg, back =
9%
Chest =
9%
36% TBSA burned
(para 3-16a)
21.
No. These will just have to be scrubbed off later, irritating the skin and causing the
patient pain. (para 3-17b, CAUTION)
22.
Tissues will swell soon after the burn, making those items both uncomfortable for
the patient and hard to remove. (para 3-19f)
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