A client is being treated for superficial burns. For which manifestations should the nurse plan interventions for this client?
1. Chest pain and dyspnea
2. Dehydration and thirst
3. Headache, chills, nausea, and vomiting
4. Pain and temporary memory loss
Answer: 3
1. Chest pain and dyspnea would not typically be seen.
2. Dehydration and thirst occur more with more severe burns when fluid is lost or sequestered in interstitial spaces.
3. These are the symptoms experienced with superficial burns.
4. Pain can occur, but not memory loss.
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