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Total body surface area (TBSA) >10% in a child or >15–20% in an adult is considered:
Major burns require ED/burn-centre management. The correct answer is "A major burn requiring urgent EMS and burn-centre care". This reflects the accepted standa
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Question: Total body surface area (TBSA) >10% in a child or >15–20% in an adult is considered:
Answer options: ✅ A major burn requiring urgent EMS and burn-centre care
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- Self-care
- Minor
Correct answer: A major burn requiring urgent EMS and burn-centre care
Explanation: Major burns require ED/burn-centre management. The correct answer is "A major burn requiring urgent EMS and burn-centre care". This reflects the accepted standard for the firstaid assessment and aligns with the official handbook for this competency.
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