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A patient with a burn injury is at risk for which of the following in the first 24 hours post-injury?
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Hypoglycemia
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Hyperkalemia
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Correct answer Hypovolemia
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Metabolic alkalosis
Rationale
In the first 24 hours post-burn injury, patients are at risk for hypovolemia due to fluid loss from the burn wound and subsequent capillary leak syndrome. This can lead to decreased blood volume and potential hypovolemic shock. The other options are not typical immediate concerns in the acute phase post-burn injury.
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