You Are Treating a 5-Year-Old for Extensive Burns

Multiple Choice

You are treating a 5-year-old for extensive burns.You know that burns pose a greater risk to infants and children.The reason for this is:

A) the parents' interference with your assessment and treatment can delay your response.
B) the child will likely be upset and crying and therefore hard to evaluate.
C) child abuse is usually the reason for the burns.
D) their body surface area is greater in relation to their total body size.