Which of following does NOT explain why infants are at a higher risk of dehydration compared to adults?
A. Infants excrete urine at a higher rate.
B. Infants cannot tell parents or caregivers when they are thirsty.
C. Infants have a greater ratio of body surface area to body core.
D. Infants have a lower total body water percentage.
Answer:D
Which of following does NOT explain why infants are at a higher risk of dehydration compared to adults?
A. Infants excrete urine at a higher rate. B. Infants cannot tell parents or caregivers when they are thirsty. C. Infants have a greater ratio of body surface area to body core. D. Infants have a lower total body water percentage.