A 5-year-old girl spilled a pot of boiling water on her left thigh. Upon examination, the skin appears leathery and is insensate to touch. Based on this assessment, what is the most likely depth of her burn?
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✓ Correct answer: C. Third-degree burnAnswer: Third-degree burn A third-degree (full-thickness) burn is characterized by a leathery texture, insensate skin, and waxy appearance. The burn does not heal on its own, requiring skin grafting to promote healing and prevent complications. In contrast, a first-degree burn would present as red and painful, a second-degree burn would show blistering and be very painful, and a fourth-degree burn would involve deeper tissues like muscle or bone and would appear charred.
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