SkyWest General Emergency SSG Practice Exam 2025 – Complete Test Prep

A partial thickness burn involves damage to both the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and a portion of the underlying layer (dermis). This type of burn is characterized by the formation of blisters, which occur as a result of fluid accumulation between the skin layers. The presence of blisters is a key indicator of a partial thickness burn, distinguishing it from other types of burns, such as superficial burns that may only cause redness and swelling, or full thickness burns that damage all layers of the skin.

In this context, while redness and swelling can be present, they do not specifically define a partial thickness burn. The full skin depth damage refers to a full thickness burn, which involves destruction of all layers of the skin without blister formation. A peeled skin appearance is more indicative of healing or certain skin conditions rather than directly describing the characteristics of a partial thickness burn. Therefore, blister formation is the definitive response that correctly describes the result of a partial thickness burn.