Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
The client has ____, which can cause ____ such as airway obstruction, bronchospasm, and pulmonary edema. The client also has ____, which can lead to ____ such as hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, and metabolic acidosis.
Correct answer
A,B
Rationale
Inhaled smoke causes respiratory problems (airway obstruction, bronchospasm, pulmonary edema). Initial fluid shifts in burns lead to electrolyte imbalances (hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis).