Based on Knowledge of Total Body Fluids, a Nurse Is

question 9

Multiple Choice

Based on knowledge of total body fluids, a nurse is especially watchful for a fluid volume deficit in an infant. Why would the nurse do this?

• A) Infants have less total body fluid and ECF than adults.
• B) Infants have more total body fluid and ECF than adults.
• C) Infants drink less fluid than adults.
• D) Infants lose more fluids through output than adults.

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