What is the daily fluid requirement for a 60-kg child?
a. 2600 mL/m2 per day c. 2400 mL/m2 per day
b. 1500 mL/m2 per day d. 3000 mL/m2 per day
B
Fluids at 1500 mL/m2 per day can be used for children who weigh more than 10 kg.
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Write four multiples of the number 5
What will be an ideal response?
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