For which patient would the palm method be best to estimate the body surface area affected by a burn?

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The palm method, where the patient's palm represents approximately 1% of their body surface area, is best used for small or scattered burns. In the case of the 49-year-old with a partial-thickness burn to the inner thigh, this method allows for a more precise estimation of the burn size compared to larger, more extensive burns.

For Which Patient Would the Palm Method Be Best to Estimate