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Why do infants have a higher rate of metabolism compared to adults?
Why do infants have a higher rate of metabolism compared to adults?
- Infants have a slower respiratory rate than adults.
- Infants have a smaller extracellular fluid volume.
- Infants have a higher BMR to support cellular and tissue growth. (correct)
- Infants have a lower BSA in relation to the mass of active tissue.
How does infants' faster respiratory rate affect fluid balance?
How does infants' faster respiratory rate affect fluid balance?
- It decreases the need for excretion of metabolic wastes.
- It reduces the production of metabolic wastes.
- It causes more water loss through breathing. (correct)
- It leads to increased water retention.
What contributes to infants having a greater need for water for excretion?
What contributes to infants having a greater need for water for excretion?
- Low extracellular fluid volume.
- Higher basal metabolism rate (BMR). (correct)
- Smaller body surface area (BSA).
- Lower metabolic rate.
Why does any condition that increases metabolism lead to an increased need for water?
Why does any condition that increases metabolism lead to an increased need for water?
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How does the body surface area (BSA) of infants relate to their rate of metabolism?
How does the body surface area (BSA) of infants relate to their rate of metabolism?
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