A newborn is placed under a radiant warmer. The nurse understands that thermoregulation presents a problem for newborns because:
a. Their normal flexed posture favors heat loss through perspiration.
b. Their renal function is not fully developed, and heat is lost in the urine.
c. They have a thin layer of subcutaneous fat that provides poor insulation.
d. Their small body surface area produces heat loss more rapidly than an adult's.
ANS: C
Newborns are prone to heat loss because they have a large body surface area in relation to their weight. Their skin is thin, blood vessels are close to the surface, and there is little subcutaneous fat for insulation.
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