Question 1570 Deck Safety

The correct answer is D) massive loss of fluid through the burned area. The major cause of shock in burn victims is the massive loss of fluid through the burned area. When a significant portion of the body is burned, the damaged skin is unable to retain fluids, leading to a dramatic drop in blood volume and circulatory collapse, which results in shock. The other answer choices, such as increased body temperature, pain, and emotional stress, are symptoms of burn injuries but do not directly cause the life-threatening condition of shock.