Ati pharm patho midterm proctored exam
Select the answer that is NOT a possible complication from a severe burn
Explanation & Rationale
A. Respiratory distress – This is a possible complication, especially if the burn involves the airway or there is inhalation injury from smoke or toxic fumes. B. Hypovolemic shock – This is a common early complication of severe burns due to massive fluid loss from damaged capillaries, leading to decreased circulating volume. C. Heart failure – While heart failure may occur in patients with pre-existing cardiac conditions or from fluid overload during resuscitation, it is not a typical direct complication of a severe burn in an otherwise healthy individual. D. Infection – Infection is a major and life-threatening complication of burns, especially after the initial stage, due to loss of the skin barrier and immune suppression.
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