Question

in this case, kims mothers burn formed blisters. these blisters are often closed and fluid filled. recall that a first - degree burn is characterized by redness, not blisters. why do you think a first - degree burn does not blister? a first - degree burn only affects the epidermal layer and does not penetrate to the dermis. a first - degree burn damages the dermis but is avascular so fluids are not lost from the blood. a first - degree burn destroys blood vessels so no fluids are lost.

Explanation:

Blisters form when there is damage to deeper layers allowing fluid - filled pockets to develop. A first - degree burn only affects the outermost epidermal layer and does not reach the dermis where blister - forming processes occur.

Answer:

A. A first - degree burn only affects the epidermal layer and does not penetrate to the dermis.