If Someone in an Accident Suffered Severe Burns as Well

question 87

Multiple Choice

If someone in an accident suffered severe burns as well as hemorrhage, they would be at high risk for

• A) hypotonic hydration.
• B) volume depletion.
• C) hypotonic dehydration.
• D) volume excess.

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Definitions:

Diuretic

A type of medication or substance that promotes the excretion of urine, used to treat conditions like hypertension.

Urinary Output

The volume of urine excreted by the kidneys over a specific period, an important indicator of kidney and overall fluid balance.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, an important indicator of cardiovascular health.

Indication

The purpose or reason for using a drug, as approved by the FDA.