A 110kg man arrives to the hospital with third -degree burns covering both of his arms and chest. What is the total amount of fluid (in Liters ) this individual would need to replenish fluids over the next 24 hours?
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According to the Rule of Nines, the BSA percentages for different body parts are: - Each arm: 9% - Chest (front): 18% Since both arms and the chest are affected: \[ \text{Total BSA} = 9\% \times 2 + 18\% = 36\% \] Show more…
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