A nurse is caring for a newborn infant and must be aware that what percentage BEST describes the newborn's weight that is composed of water?
a. 35% c. 77%
b. 50% d. 90%
C
The water percentage for an adult is 60%, for an older adult 45% to 55%, for an embryo 97%, for an infant 70% to 80%, and for a child 60% to 77%.
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