Burns Are Devastating and Debilitating Because of Loss of Fluids

question 31

Multiple Choice

Burns are devastating and debilitating because of loss of fluids and electrolytes from the body. How do physicians estimate the extent of burn damage associated with such dangerous fluid loss?

• A) through blood analysis
• B) by using the "rule of nines"
• C) by measuring urinary output and fluid intake
• D) by observing the tissues that are usually moist

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