Why is the 'Rule of Nines' used in the immediate assessment of a burn patient?
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Correct answer: To estimate percent body surface area burned and guide fluid resuscitation
The Rule of Nines gives a rapid estimate of percent total body surface area (TBSA) burned, which guides fluid resuscitation and care planning.
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