Which rationale will the seasoned nurse share with the novice nurse regarding why the specific gravity for infants is lower than for older children?
1. The infant has a greater body surface area.
2. The infant has a higher basal metabolic rate.
3. The infant has a greater percentage of body weight that is water.
4. The infant's kidneys are less able to concentrate urine.
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Explanation:
1. Although this is true, it does not explain the lower specific gravity.
2. This statement is true but does not explain the specific gravity differences.
3. Although the statement is true, it does not explain the specific gravity differences.
4. This statement is accurate and explains why the specific gravity of the infant's urine is closer to water than an older child's urine specific gravity.
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