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[{'content': 'In a 50 kg adult, how much of fluid should be given in first 8 hours in second degree burns of 40%: \nSelect and explain. \nA. 2 liters, B. 4 liters, C. 8 liters, D. 6 liters', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: B \nExplanation: Ref. API Textbook of Medicine. Pg. 2010\n\xa0\n\nThe quantity of crystalloid needed for the adequate resuscitation is determined by\nParklands formula i.e 4ml/kg per % of TBSA burn (note that a number of formulas exist for calculating fluids needs during burn resuscitation, suggesting no one formula benefits all patients)\nHalf of the calculated fluid is given in the first 8hrs and half in next 16 hrs\nColloids are given in the next 24 hrs\n\n\xa0\nPatients weight -50 kg , Total body surface area burnt -40%\nso the amount of fluid required for the above patient ---> 4ml ×\xa050\xa0×\xa040= 8000ml\nSo, as half of the fluid given in the first 8 hrs and half in next 16 hrs\nSo, the amount of fluid to b given in first 8 hrs = total fluid required /2 = 8000/2 = 4000ml or 4 litres.', 'role': 'assistant'}]