Which Statement Is Correct Regarding the Fluid Balance in a Newborn

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct regarding the fluid balance in a newborn versus that in an adult?

• A) The infant has a smaller percentage of surface area to body mass.
• B) The infant has a smaller percentage of water to body mass.
• C) The infant has a greater percentage of insensible water loss.
• D) The infant has a 50% more effective glomerular filtration rate.

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