26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance
Acid-Base Balance
Multiple Choice
Multiple ChoiceInfants are more likely to experience problems regulating acid-base balance because of several factors, including __________.
A
low rate of insensible water loss from skin
B
the inefficiency of infant kidneys
C
lower amount of fluid intake and output in infants
D
decreased surface area relative to body volume
E
high residual volume of infant lungs
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