What happens to myocardial function in burn shock, even after adequate fluid resuscitation?
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Correct answer: Myocardial depression may persist with high SVR and low cardiac output
Burn shock involves not only hypovolemia but also myocardial depression and increased afterload, so even with fluid resuscitation, cardiac output may remain depressed.
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