The nurse takes into consideration that newborns are especially prone to dehydration because of which aspects of their physiology? (Select all that apply. )

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The newborn's glomeruli are small and have only one-third of the blood circulation of an adult,and they are unable to effectively concentrate urine.The GI tract is active.The infant's sweat glands do not work effectively and allow very little fluid loss through sweat.

The Nurse Takes into Consideration That Newborns Are Especially Prone