South University, Savannah PATHOPHSIO NSG5003: CH34

Chapter 3: The Cellular Environment: Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Infants are most susceptible to significant losses in total body water because of an infant’s: a. High body surface–to–body size ratio b. Slow metabolic rate c. Kidneys are not mature enough to counter fluid losses d. Inability to communicate adequately when he or she is thirsty Renal mechanisms that regulate fluid and electrolyte conservation are often not mature enough to counter the lo...