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burn size estimation, adult or older child

here are some ways to estimate how much of the body is burned in an adult or older child.

  • the palm of the person's hand equals 1% of the body's surface area. using the person's palm is a good way to estimate the size of a small burn.
  • the total surface of the head plus the neck is 9% of the body's surface area.
  • the total surface of one arm and hand is 9%.
  • the chest is 9%.
  • the belly is 9%.
  • the upper back is 9%.
  • the lower back is 9%.
  • the total surface of one leg and foot is 18%.
  • the groin area is 1%.

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