Question

multiple-choice question what layer does a 1st degree burn affect? epidermis dermis epidermis & dermis

Explanation:

First - degree burns are the mildest type of burns. By definition, first - degree burns only affect the outermost layer of the skin, which is the epidermis. The dermis is affected in second - degree burns, and both the epidermis and dermis (along with potentially deeper tissues) are affected in third - degree burns. So, a 1st degree burn affects the epidermis.

Answer:

A. epidermis