A 22-year-old male, who was trapped in a confined space during a structural fire, is conscious and alert and refuses EMS treatment and transport. He is breathing without difficulty, but has singed nasal hair and facial redness. Which of the following statements regarding this patient is correct?
A. It is likely that this patient has not experienced a serious airway burn.
B. The patient may die several hours later due to pulmonary complications.
C. You should encourage this patient to drive himself to the hospital.
D. Signs and symptoms of upper airway swelling are rapidly progressing.