| Front | What is the rule of nines? |
|---|---|
| Back | This is a method to estimate burn surface area, using the patient's palm, which is equal to roughly 1% of the patient's total body. Chest=18% Legs=18% each Arms=9% each Genitals=1% Back=18% Head=9% |
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