A 40-year old patient sustained full=thickness burns to the entire head, anterior chest, and both anterior upper extremities. Using the adult Rule of Nines, what percentage of the patient's body surface area has been burned?

A. 18%
B. 27%
C. 36%
D. 45%


Answer: B. 27%

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