Which patient is most at risk for sensible water loss?

A) A 7-year-old child with asthma.
B) A 24-year-old adult with constipation.
C) A 56-year-old patient with gastroenteritis.
D) An 80-year-old patient with pneumonia.

Sensible Water Loss

Water loss from the body that is perceptible, such as through sweating and urination.

Gastroenteritis

An inflammation of the stomach and intestines, typically caused by a bacterial or viral infection, leading to symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

Asthma

A chronic respiratory condition characterized by episodes of airway constriction, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing.