Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has extensive partial and full-thickness burns of the head, neck, and chest. While planning the client's care, the nurse should identify which of the following risks as the priority for assessment and intervention?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Airway obstruction is the priority due to the risk of swelling from burns to the head and neck, which can compromise breathing, aligning with the ABCs of trauma care.