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:

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Infants and children have a larger body surface area in relation to their total body size, which increases their risk of fluid loss and infection following burns. This can also make it more challenging to manage their fluid and electrolyte balance.

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