Q68
The main cause of death in case of burn during latter stage is
A.
Hypovolemia
B.
Blood loss
C.
Asphyxia
D.
Secondary infection
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
The main cause of death in case of burn during latter stage is Secondary infection.Staphylococcus aureus remains the chief cause of burn wound infection. Second-degree burns involve the epidermis and part of the dermis layer of skin. The burn site appears red, blistered, and may be swollen and painful.