Which adjustment in fluid management is CORRECT for pediatric patients compared to adult patients? Age Group Percentage of Body Water Infants 75% Adults 60%

Which adjustment in fluid management is

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APediatric patients have higher sodium requirements, necessitating decreased fluid intake.
BPediatric patients require higher fluid maintenance rates due to a higher percentage of body water.
CPediatric patients should have lower fluid maintenance rates due to less efficient renal function.
DFluid maintenance rates should be similar as pediatric and adult patients have similar body water composition.

✓ Correct answer: B. Pediatric patients require higher fluid maintenance rates due to a higher percentage of body water. Pediatric patients generally have a higher percentage of body water, about 75% compared to 60% in adults. Higher fluid maintenance rates are needed to support metabolism and hydration in children.

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