An OTA Is Working with a Client Who Sustained a Severe

question 6

Multiple Choice

An OTA is working with a client who sustained a severe electrical burn while at work. The client presents with skin that is slightly moist and will blanch when touched, but the capillary refill is rather slow. The individual states that he has very little pain. Which type of burn has this individual experienced?

• A) Deep partial-thickness
• B) Superficial partial-thickness
• C) Full-thickness
• D) Superficial

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Definitions:

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Exclusively Terrestrial

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