Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. With aging, melanocytes increase in number and gather in locations, causing the brown "age" or "liver" spots.
2. The extent of the affected body surface area and the severity (degree) of a burn are the most important factors in predicting the risk of death associated with burn injuries.
3. Full-thickness burns involve only the dermal layer of skin and always require medical attention regardless of the extent or the size of the burn area.
4. Skin cancer develops from cells in the epidermis of skin and is more common in people who have dark-colored skin and who have had excessive exposure to sunlight.
5. The American Cancer Society has put together seven cancer warning signs for adults, using the acronym BEWARE.
1. False
2. True
3. False
4. False
5. False
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