In an industrial accident, an adult incurred burns over his head and neck, both arms, and his anterior trunk. What percent of his BSA was burned?

a. 27%
b. 36%
c. 45%
d. 54%


C
Approximately 45% of the patient's BSA was burned: head and neck (9%), both arms (9% ? 2 = 18%), and anterior trunk (18%).

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