Fluid needs are highest in which group?
  1. Infants less than 12 months of age
  2. Elderly greater than 80 years of age
  3. Children 5-10 years of age
  4. Lactating women
Explanation
Answer: A - Fluid needs are highest in infants less than 12 months of age, due to the small size of their kidneys and inability to retain large amounts of water. Fluid needs in young infants are about 150 ml/kg body weight per day, as compared to adults who require about 30-35 ml/kg body weight.
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