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.
C
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A The infant's surface area is large compared to an adult's.
B Infants have a larger percentage of water to body mass.
C Insensible water loss is greater in the infant due to the newborn's large body
surface area and rapid respiratory rate.
D The filtration rate is less than in adults; the kidneys are immature in a newborn.
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