The provider has ordered that vitamin D drops be given to a newborn. Based on the knowledge of drug distribution in infants, the nurse understands that the infant may need:

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Infants have a higher percentage of body fat which can cause the drug to be distributed more extensively, resulting in a lower concentration of the drug in the blood. Therefore, infants may need a lower dose of vitamin D drops compared to older children or adults.

The Provider Has Ordered That Vitamin D Drops Be Given