Which nursing monitoring priority is especially relevant for a chemical burn that might not apply in a simple superficial thermal burn?
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Correct answer: Watching for ongoing deep tissue damage and systemic absorption even when the surface looks minimal.
Some chemical burns continue to cause deep tissue damage long after exposure, and systemic toxicity may occur; nurses must monitor for occult damage beyond superficial appearance.
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