Question 1570 Deck Safety
70% to passWhat is the major cause of shock in burn victims?
A
increase in body temperature and pulse rate
B
high level of pain
C
emotional stress
D
massive loss of fluid through the burned area
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) massive loss of fluid through the burned area. The major cause of shock in burn victims is the massive loss of fluid through the burned area. When a significant portion of the body is burned, the damaged skin is unable to retain fluids, leading to a dramatic drop in blood volume and circulatory collapse, which results in shock. The other answer choices, such as increased body temperature, pain, and emotional stress, are symptoms of burn injuries but do not directly cause the life-threatening condition of shock.
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