Compared with an Adult, an Infant Has a Greater Content

question 20

Multiple Choice

Compared with an adult, an infant has a greater content of extracellular fluid, as well as a greater rate of fluid exchange. What effect does this have on the fluid balance of a child compared with that of an adult?

• A)Edema development is less of a problem.
• B)Overhydration is not difficult to manage.
• C)Daily fluid requirements are greater.
• D)The control of dehydration is more difficult.

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