The nurse who provides care for young children with fluid and electrolyte imbalance understands that they are more vulnerable to changes in fluid balance than adults
Under normal conditions the amount of fluid ingested during the day should equal the amount of fluid lost. Sensible water loss is that which occurs through the respiratory tract and skin. Is this statement true or false? Indicate whether the statement is true or false
F
Sensible water loss occurs through urine output. Insensible water loss occurs through the
skin and respiratory tract. Insensible water loss per unit of body weight is significantly
higher in infants and young children due to the faster respiratory rate and higher
evaporative water losses.
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