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khang

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Newborn infants are susceptible to acidosis due to:
 
  A) A limited capacity to excrete hydrogen ion
  B) An accelerated excretion rate of hydrogen ion
  C) Excessive renal reabsorption of bicarbonate
  D) None of these

Question 2

Distribution of drugs in infants and children is different from adults because of:
 
  A) Protein binding of drugs
  B) Decreased renal function
  C) Immaturity of the liver
  D) Higher gastric acidity



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A



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