Question

You are treating a 5-year-old for extensive burns. You know that burns pose a greater risk to infants and children. The reason for this is:____________

Answer 1

Answer: their body surface area is greater in relation to their total body size.

Step-by-step explanation:

The surface area of the body in children and infants is comparatively more than their total surface area this results in cause of severe burns which can also be fatal. The skin of infants are smooth and sensitive towards burns. It produces scald and cause a serious injury. The skin graft and burn treatments are also painfull.