Diagnosis of Burns. 1  Definition: A burn is the partial or complete destruction of skin caused by some form of energy, usually thermal energy. 2  Burn severity is dictated by: 3  Percent total body surface area (TBSA) involvement. 4  In adults: Rule of Nines is used as a rough indicator of % TBSA.
n, pl -tos. 1. (Fencing) fencing a hit or sword thrust. 2. obsolete a tiny detail. 3. obsolete a point of time. 4. (Medicine) obsolete a tingling sensation. 5. (Ceramics) ceramics a rod used in glass-making.
A punt is a flat-bottomed boat with a square-cut bow, designed for use in small rivers or other shallow water. Punting refers to boating in a punt. The punter generally propels the punt by pushing against the river bed with a pole.