A superficial burn is:
A) usually painless because the nerve endings are not exposed.
B) characterized by reddened skin with varying degrees of pain.
C) painful, but will heal spontaneously, often with scar formation.
D) a second-degree burn that is characterized by blister formation
Answer: B) characterized by reddened skin with varying degrees of pain.
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A. park downhill from the scene. B. ask the driver to exit the vehicle. C. position the ambulance upwind. D. quickly gain access to the patient.
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