Which client factors should alert the nurse to potential increased complications with a burn injury?
A. The client is a 26-year-old male.
B. The client has had a burn injury in the past.
C. The burned areas include the hands and perineum.
D. The burn took place in an open field and ignited the client's clothing.
C
Burns of the perineum increase the risk for sepsis. Burns of the hands require special attention to ensure the best functional outcome.
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