Which is the priority nursing assessment when providing care for an infant at risk for dehydration?
1. Urine output
2. Urine specific gravity
3. Vital signs
4. Daily weight
Question 2
Which rationale will the seasoned nurse share with the novice nurse regarding why the specific gravity for infants is lower than for older children?
1. The infant has a greater body surface area.
2. The infant has a higher basal metabolic rate.
3. The infant has a greater percentage of body weight that is water.
4. The infant's kidneys are less able to concentrate urine.