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A client is evaluated after suffering severe burns to the torso and upper extremities. The nurse notes edema at the burned areas. Which best describes the underlying cause for this manifestation?
 
  A) Decreased osmotic pressure in the burned tissue
  B) Reduced vascular permeability at the site of the burned area
  C) Increased fluids in the extracellular compartment
  D) Inability of the damaged capillaries to maintain fluids in the cell walls

Question 2

A nurse working at a burn center is caring for a client with an electrical burn. According to the American Burn Association, how would this burn be classified?
 
  A) Minor
  B) Moderate
  C) Major
  D) Significant


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Burn shock occurs during the first 24-36 hours after the injury. During this period, there is an increase in microvascular permeability at the burn site. The osmotic pressure is increased, causing fluid accumulation. There is a reduction of fluids in the extracellular body compartments.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C

According to the American Burn Association, all electrical burns are classified as major. Significant is not a classification according to the American Burn Association, and all other choices are incorrect.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jun 25, 2018
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