What explains physiologically the edema formation that occurs with burns?
A) Vasoconstriction
B) Reduced capillary permeability
C) Increased capillary permeability
D) Diminished hydrostatic pressure within capillaries

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With a major burn,capillary permeability increases,allowing plasma proteins,fluids,and electrolytes to be lost into the interstitial space,causing edema.Maximum edema in a small wound occurs about 8 to 12 hours after injury.In larger injuries,the maximum edema may not occur until 18 to 24 hours later.Vasodilation occurs,causing an increase in hydrostatic pressure.

What Explains Physiologically the Edema Formation That Occurs with Burns