Amy works in a clinic and has several patients arrive with burns. Describe how she can distinguish between the first-degree and second-degree burns. Who should she treat first?
What will be an ideal response?
First-degree burns only affect the epidermis and cause erythema (redness), minor pain, but no blisters or permanent damage. Second-degree burns involve the epidermis and part or all of the dermis (the reason why these burns are sometimes called partial-thickness burns). Significant pain, blistering, and possible scarring distinguish the second-degree burn from a first-degree burn. Amy should prioritize the patient with second-degree burn over the patient with the first-degree burn (due to the pain, blistering, and potential for infection).
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