The most immediate threat to life in children with thermal ...

[Shelles]

The most immediate threat to life in children with thermal injuries is:
 
  a. Shock. c. Local infection.
  b. Anemia. d. Systemic sepsis.

Question 2

After the acute stage and during the healing process, the primary complication from burn injury is:
 
  a. Asphyxia. c. Renal shutdown.
  b. Shock. d. Infection.

[elyse44]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The immediate threat to life in children with thermal injuries is airway compromise and profound shock. Anemia is not of immediate concern. During the healing phase, local infection and sepsis are the primary complications.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
During the healing phase, local infection and sepsis are the primary complications. Respiratory problems, primarily airway compromise, are the primary complications during the acute stage of burn injury.

[Shelles]

Gracias!

[frankwu0507]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it