The process of burn shock continues until which physiological mechanism occurs?
a. Heart rate returns to normal.
b. Airway swelling decreases.
c. Body temperature regulation returns to normal.
d. Capillaries regain their seal.
D
Within minutes of the burn injury, the capillary seals are lost with a massive fluid leakage into the surrounding tissue, resulting in burn shock. The process of burn shock continues for approximately 24 to 48 hours, when capillary seals are restored. The heart rate will be increased throughout the healing process because of increased metabolism. Airway swelling subsides over a period of 2 to 5 days after injury. Body temperature regulation will not be normal until healing is well under way.
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