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Third-degree (full-thickness) burns appear:

Full thickness destroys nerves; centre may be painless. The correct answer is "White, leathery or charred, often painless in the centre". This reflects the acce

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Question: Third-degree (full-thickness) burns appear:

Answer options: ✅ White, leathery or charred, often painless in the centre

  • Red and blistered only
  • Pink and moist
  • Bright red and itchy

Correct answer: White, leathery or charred, often painless in the centre

Explanation: Full thickness destroys nerves; centre may be painless. The correct answer is "White, leathery or charred, often painless in the centre". This reflects the accepted standard for the firstaid assessment and aligns with the official handbook for this competency.

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