Your 22 year old male patient has sustained thermal burns involving the entire front of both legs. These burns are dry and "leathery-like". How severe are these burns and how should you care for them?
A. The burns are critical, since they are over 10% full thickness. Wrap them in a dry dressing.
B. The burns are moderate for an adult. Dress them in a dry dressing.
C. The urns are moderate, since that are over 5% full thickness. Wrap them in an occlusive dressing.
D. The burns are critical for an adult. Flush them with sterile saline.
Ans: A. The burns are critical, since they are over 10% full thickness. Wrap them in a dry dressing.
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