What should be initiated for a burn patient with a large-surface-area burn (>20% TBSA) during the first 24 hours?
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Correct answer: Begin isotonic crystalloid resuscitation and monitor urine output
Large burns (>20% TBSA) cause massive fluid shifts; early isotonic crystalloid resuscitation titrated to urine output is essential in the first 24 hours.
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