During the recovery-management phase of burn treatment,which of the following is the most common complication seen in children?
1. Shock
2. Metabolic acidosis
3. Burn-wound infection
4. Asphyxia
Answer:3
Rationale:Infection of the burned area is a frequent complication in the recoverymanagement phase. A goal of burn-wound care is protection from infection.
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