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Chapter 3
burns
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| first degree burn | burn affecting only the epidermis or superficial layer of the skin |
| second degree burn | deeper burn affecting both the epidermis and dermis |
| third degree burn | deep burn affecting the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layer |
| fourth degree burn | deep burn affecting not just all layers of the skin, but also underlying tissue like muscle, fascia, or bone |