Pediatric patients are ________ likely to become hypovolemic from head injuries than adult patients.

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Pediatric patients have a higher risk of hypovolemia due to head injuries because their blood volume is smaller in proportion to their body weight compared to adults. Additionally, children are more likely to experience a concussion or intracranial bleed due to the thinner skull and weaker neck muscles. These factors increase the risk of hypovolemia and require close monitoring and management.

Pediatric Patients Are ________ Likely to Become Hypovolemic from Head