Shock develops in patients with severe burns as a result of:
A) extensive hemorrhage.
B) pain and loss of plasma.
C) direct damage to the heart.
D) extensive hemolysis of erythrocytes.

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Shock in burn patients is primarily due to the loss of plasma from the damaged skin, leading to hypovolemia, and the intense pain that can exacerbate the shock state.

Shock Develops in Patients with Severe Burns as a Result