The risk of overhydration with continuous delivery of bland water aerosols is greatest among which patient group?
1) Patients with fluid or electrolyte imbalances
2) Patients with fever and infection
3) Infants and small children

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Continuous delivery of bland water aerosols can lead to overhydration, which can be risky for patients with fluid or electrolyte imbalances and small children, especially infants. Patients with fever and infection may also be at increased risk due to the additional fluid loss from sweating and higher metabolic demands. Therefore, the risk of overhydration is greatest among patients with fluid or electrolyte imbalances and small children.

The Risk of Overhydration with Continuous Delivery of Bland Water