Question

question 31
a burn that involves only the epidermis is called a:
a superficial partial thickness burn
b third degree burn
c deep partial thickness burn
d second degree burn

Explanation:

A superficial partial thickness burn affects only the epidermis. A third - degree burn involves all layers of the skin and underlying tissues. A deep partial thickness burn affects the epidermis and part of the dermis. A second - degree burn is another term for a partial thickness burn (can be superficial or deep depending on the depth). Since the question specifies only the epidermis, it is a superficial partial thickness burn.

Answer:

A. superficial partial thickness burn