A child has sustained a severe burn.When the medical team arrives on the scene,which is the highest priority for this child at this time?

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In a severe burn, the first priority is to establish an airway as the child may have inhales smoke or fume, which can cause airway obstruction, leading to respiratory failure and death. After establishing an airway, the medical team can then move on to other interventions such as starting intravenous fluids, providing pain relief, and placing a Foley catheter.

A Child Has Sustained a Severe Burn