Why Are Infants Most Susceptible to Significant Losses in Total

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why are infants most susceptible to significant losses in total body water?

• A)High body surface-to-body size ratio
• B)Slow metabolic rate
• C)Kidneys are not mature enough to counter fluid losses
• D)Inability to communicate adequately when he or she is thirsty

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