A patient is burned on the face and the left forearm in a house fire. What percentage of burn does the patient have?
A) 10%
B) 25%
C) 9%
D) 18%
Ans: D
Feedback: When estimating the percentage of body area or surface area that has been burned, the Rule of Nines is used. The face is 9% and the forearm is 9% for a total of 18%.
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