A patient has burns to both hands, genitalia, and face. In addition to TBSA percentage, why is this patient's burn classified as a major burn requiring burn center transfer?
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A
Because of increased fluid resuscitation requirements for these areas
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B
Because burns to functionally critical and cosmetically sensitive areas require specialized care
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C
Because these areas have higher infection rates due to constant moisture
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D
Because pain management for these areas requires specialized equipment