Chapter 14 (5) signs and symptoms related to dehydration Flashcards
1
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- Dehydration (too little fluid)
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Dry mouth and lips, trouble swallowing, and appetite loss.
2
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- Dehydration (too little fluid)
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A tongue that is sick and coated.
3
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- Dehydration (too little fluid)
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Skin that is dry and itchy.
4
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- Dehydration (too little fluid)
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Decrease in urine output because there is not enough fluid (urine is concentrated, darker in color, and has a strong odor).
5
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- Dehydration (too little fluid)
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Unusual fatigue and weakness