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A patient with burn injury covering 40% body surface area is admitted. Which complication is the immediate priority?
Options
AInfection
BFluid loss and shock Correct Answer
CScar formation
DContracture
Correct Answer & Explanation
Option B: Fluid loss and shock
Rationale
In extensive burns, the immediate life-threatening problem is massive fluid loss leading to hypovolemic shock due to increased capillary permeability.
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