A young female, rescued from a burning apartment, has sustained partial- and full-thickness burns from her chest down to her feet. As such, the EMT would recognize the potential for the onset of:

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The patient has extensive burn injuries, leading to loss of protective skin layers and body heat. This puts her at risk for hypothermia, as she may not be able to regulate her body temperature effectively.

A Young Female, Rescued from a Burning Apartment, Has Sustained