BURNS & SKIN CANCER

Front

What is the most dangerous type of skin cancer?

Back

Melanoma

Front

What type of burn causes the skin to be red and inflamed, with no blistering?

Back

First-degree burn

Front

What type of burn penetrates the epidermis and upper dermis only?

Back

Second-degree burn

Front

In the ABCDE rule for diagnosing melanoma, what does 'C' stand for?

Back

Color change

Front

What type of cancer arises from the cells that create black/brown pigment in the skin?

Back

Melanoma

Front

What are the four main types of skin cancer?

Back

Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma

Front

What is a characteristic feature of a first-degree burn?

Back

Redness and inflammation without blistering.

Front

What is the primary cause of melanoma?

Back

Excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Front

What is the difference between a first-degree burn and a second-degree burn?

Back

First-degree burns affect only the epidermis, while second-degree burns affect the epidermis and part of the dermis.

Front

What does the 'A' in the ABCDE rule stand for?

Back

Asymmetry