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.
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.
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