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Full-thickness burn; epidermal and dermal layers destroyed; skin is blanched
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Homeostatic Imbalances of the Skin

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Full-thickness burn; epidermal and dermal layers destroyed; skin is blanched 3rd degree burn
Blisters form 2nd degree burn
Epidermal damage, redness, and some pain (usually brief) 1st degree burn
Epidermal and some dermal damage; pain; regeneration is possible 2nd degree burn
Regeneration impossible, requires grafting 3rd degree burn
Epithelial cells, not in contact with the basement membrane, develop lesions; metastasizes. squamous cell carcinoma
Cells of the lowest level of the epidermis invade the dermis and hypodermis; exposed areas develop ulcer; slow to metastasize. basal cell carcinoma
Rare but often deadly cancer of pigment-producing cells. malignant melanoma
What does A mean in reference to examination of pigmented areas? Asymmetry
What does B mean in reference to examination of pigmented areas? Border Irregularity
What does C mean in reference to examination of pigmented areas? Color Changes
What does D mean in reference to examination of pigmented areas? Diameter
What does E mean in reference to examination of pigmented areas? Evolution or elevation of freckles or moles can indicate malignant melanoma
Pain is absent because nerve endings are destroyed 3rd degree burn
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