1. Burn is defined as tissue damage caused by a variety of agents, such as heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight, or nuclear radiation.
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2. Most common are burns caused by scalds, building fires, and flammable liquids and gases.
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False

3. First-degree burns affect only the outer layer of the skin.
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False

4. The outer layer of the skin is called the dermis.
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False

5. Second-degree burns damage the epidermis and the layer beneath it.
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False

6. Third-degree burns involve damage or complete destruction of the skin to its full depth and damage to underlying tissues. People who experience such burns often require skin grafting.
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False

7. The swelling and blistering characteristic of burns are caused by the loss of fluid from damaged blood vessels.
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False

8. Burns often lead to infection, due to damage to the skin's protective barrier.
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False

9. For minor burns from hot water, you should hold the burned area under cool running water for 15 minutes, you should not apply ointments or butter, you should cover the area with dry gauze, and you should not pop blisters.
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