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What is the area of the palm of your hand?

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In emergency medicine, the area of the palm of your hand is often used as a quick visual reference for sizing burn injuries, traditionally approximating 1% of your total body surface area (TBSA). However, recent studies reveal this rule is more nuanced and varies depending on age and gender.