A child had a burn, evidenced by pink skin and blistering. The child complains of pain and is crying. How does the nurse classify this burn when documenting?

a. First-degree
b. Second-degree superficial
c. Second-degree deep dermal
d. Third-degree


ANS: B
A second-degree superficial burn appears blistered, moist, and pink or red. The pain associated with this burn indicates tissue viability.

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