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Describe the difference between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree burns & explain the importance of the "Rule of Nines.”

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First-degree burns are only affected on the outer layer of skin. Second-degree burns affect both the underlying skin and outer skin. And lastly, third-degree burns cause damage to all layers of skin.

The rules of nines assesses the amount of a burn and is used to help make treatment decisions.
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