The acute phase of the burn begins 48 to 72 hours after the burn. What begins at this time?
A) Cardiac output decreases
B) Renal failure begins
C) Diuresis
D) Fluid moves from intravascular compartment to interstitial spaces
Ans: C
Feedback: As capillaries regain integrity, 48 or more hours after the burn, fluid moves from the interstitial to the intravascular compartment and diuresis begins. Cardiac output should increase and renal output should increase.
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