What is one reason fluid resuscitation may fail (i.e., the patient remains hypotensive or oliguric despite fluids)?
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Correct answer: Concomitant cardiac or renal dysfunction, delayed transport, or ongoing bleeding
If resuscitation fails, reasons may include delayed initiation, inhalation injury, cardiac/renal issues, ongoing hemorrhage or under-estimated burn size—all requiring reassessment beyond simply increasing fluids.
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