A group of students are reviewing information about fluid balance and losses in children in comparison to adults. The students demonstrate a need for additional review when they identify which of the following?

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The infant's immature kidneys actually have a reduced ability to concentrate urine, not an increased tendency to overconcentrate it. This is because their renal function is not fully developed, leading to a decreased ability to handle solutes and conserve water, making them more susceptible to fluid imbalances.

A Group of Students Are Reviewing Information About Fluid Balance