This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Thermal injury, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Death due to shock after burns occur within 
Select and explain. 
A. 2 hours, B. Within 24 hours, C. 24-48 hours, D. 5 days
C: 24-48 hours
Answer: C: 24-48 hours 
Explanation: Fatal period Most of the death from burn injuries occur from shock within about 24-48 hours. Death due to toxemia occurs usually within 4-5 days. The first week happens to be the most critical period. In suppurative cases, death may ensue after a few weeks. Ref: TEXTBOOK OF FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY KRISHNAN VIJ FIFTH EDITION PAGE 163