Following surgical debridement, a patient with third-degree burns does not bleed. What does the nurse understand about this situation?

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Third-degree burns destroy both the epidermis and dermis, including blood vessels, so the area may not bleed. If there is no bleeding, it indicates that the debridement has not reached viable tissue, and the procedure may need to be repeated to remove all non-viable tissue.

Following Surgical Debridement, a Patient with Third-Degree Burns Does Not