A physician estimates the volume of fluid lost in a severely burned patient by ________.

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The "rule of nines" is a method used by physicians to estimate the total body surface area affected by burns, which in turn helps to estimate the volume of fluid lost. This method divides the body into sections, each of which represents approximately 9% (or a multiple of 9%) of the total body surface area, allowing for a quick assessment of fluid loss and necessary treatment.

A Physician Estimates the Volume of Fluid Lost in a Severely