Question

1. what layer of skin is affected by a first - degree burn? epidermis. subcutaneous tissue. muscle. dermis. 2. which symptom is most likely associated with a second - degree burn? blisters and severe pain. redness and mild swelling. no pain at all. charred or blackened skin. 3. what is the first step in treating a minor burn? cool the burn by running cool (not cold) water over it for 10 - 20 minutes. cover it with a bandage. pop any blisters that form. apply burn ointment immediately.

Explanation:

1. First - degree burns affect the outermost layer of the skin, which is the epidermis.
2. Second - degree burns damage the epidermis and part of the dermis, causing blisters and severe pain.
3. The first step in treating a minor burn is to cool it with cool (not cold) water for 10 - 20 minutes to reduce pain and swelling and prevent further damage.

Answer:

1. Epidermis.
2. Blisters and severe pain.
3. Cool the burn by running cool (not cold) water over it for 10 - 20 minutes.