What is a priority in the rehabilitation phase of the burn injury?
A) Monitoring fluid and electrolyte imbalances
B) Patient and family education
C) Assessing wound healing
D) Documenting family support
Ans: B
Feedback: Patient and family education is a priority in the acute and rehabilitation phases. There should be no fluid and electrolyte imbalances in the rehabilitation phase. Assessing wound healing is an ongoing function but it is not a priority in the rehabilitation phase. Documenting family support is not a priority in the rehabilitation phase.
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