Burns to the body: The size of a burn can be quickly estima…
Burns to the body: The size of a burn can be quickly estimated by using the “rule of nines.” This method divides the body’s surface area into percentages. The front and back of each arm and hand equal 9% of the body’s surface area. … The chest equals 9% and the stomach equals 9% of the body’s surface area etc. Also: If an individual has 30% or more of their body burned, the injury might be fatal