A client receiving emergency treatment for severe burns has just been assessed to establish the burn depth. Why is a nurse asked to reassess the burn depth after 72 hours?
A) It helps determine the percentage of the total body surface area (TBSA) that is burned.
B) The client's condition is likely to deteriorate after 72 hours.
C) The wound is susceptible to infections.
D) The early appearance of the burn injury may change.

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The early appearance of the burn injury may change after 72 hours as the full extent of the injury may not be immediately apparent. Reassessing the burn depth after 72 hours is important for accurate classification and appropriate treatment planning.

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