Why Are Infants More Vulnerable to Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why are infants more vulnerable to fluid and electrolyte imbalances than adults?

• A) They have a smaller surface area than adults in proportion to body weight.
• B) Water needs and losses per kilogram are lower than those for adults.
• C) A greater percentage of body water in infants is extracellular.
• D) Infants have a lower metabolic turnover of water.

Recognize prefixes that indicate locations or positions relative to parts of the body.

Distinguish prefixes that represent time or order in medical terms.

Comprehend prefixes that imply conditions or qualities, such as absence or presence.

Define prefixes that denote direction, movement, or comparison.

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Definitions:

Mixed-Attribute

A term not widely recognized as a standard financial or accounting term and requires further context for accurate definition. NO.

Asset

Resources owned by a business which have economic value and can be used to meet liabilities.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is a group of individuals elected to represent shareholders and oversee the activities and strategic direction of a company.