Which Factor Should the Nurse Remember When Administering Topical Medication

Which factor should the nurse remember when administering topical medication to an infant as compared with an adolescent?

A) Infants require a larger dosage because of a greater body surface area.
B) Infants have a thinner stratum corneum that absorbs more medication.
C) Infants have a smaller percentage of muscle mass.
D) The skin of infants is less sensitive to allergic reactions.

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