A client is admitted with severe burns over the anterior of both legs and the lower abdomen and genitals.The nurse should anticipate preparing for which of these procedures?
A)administration of 100% humidified oxygen
B)endotracheal tube insertion
C)insertion of a chest tube
D)insertion of two large-caliber venous catheters

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Medical management of clients who sustain severe burn injury is initially focused on immediate lifesaving measures such as maintaining an open airway,replacing fluid and electrolytes,providing oxygenation,controlling pain,monitoring kidney function,and minimizing loss of body temperature and risk of infection.When the client's condition is stabilized,the focus turns to promoting healing,preventing complications,controlling pain,and restoring function.

A Client Is Admitted with Severe Burns Over the Anterior