You have just reported to the burn unit to start your shift. Four new patients have been admitted in the past 12 hours. Which patient is most likely to have life-threatening complications?
A) A 4-year-old scald victim burned over 24% of the body
B) A 27-year-old healthy male burned over 36% of his body in a car accident
C) A 39-year-old female with myasthenia gravis burned over 18% of her body
D) A 60-year-old male burned over 16% of his body in a brush fire
Ans: A
Feedback: Young children and the elderly continue to have increased morbidity and mortality when compared to other age groups with similar injuries and present a challenge for burn care. This is an important factor when determining the severity of injury and possible outcome for the patient.
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