Joe Just Burned His Hand on a Hot Pot

question 88

True/False

Joe just burned his hand on a hot pot. A blister forms and the burn is painful; Joe's burn would best be described as a third-degree, or full-thickness, burn.

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Definitions:

Orthostatic Hypotension

A condition characterized by a sudden drop in blood pressure when a person stands up from a sitting or lying position, often resulting in dizziness or fainting.

Dehydration

A condition that occurs when the body doesn't have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions.

Prolonged Bed Rest

Extended periods of lying in bed for medical reasons, which may lead to complications.

Hypothermia

A medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature.