Why are infants susceptible to significant losses in total body water (TBW)?
A) Because more than half of an infant's body weight is water
B) Because infants have a slow metabolic rate
C) Because infant's kidneys are not mature enough to counter fluids losses
D) Because they are unable communicate adequately when they are thirsty

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Infant's kidneys are not mature enough to counter fluid losses through urine. Therefore, they are more susceptible to significant losses in total body water.

Why Are Infants Susceptible to Significant Losses in Total Body