Clinical assesment of Dehydration

Question 1

Visual signs of clinical dehydration in a child (3)

Answer 1

1. Appears unwell
2. Sunken eyes
3. Altered responsiveness - irritable and lethargic

Question 2

Symptoms of clinical dehydration on examination of a child (4)

Answer 2

1. Dry mucous membranes
2. Reduced skin turgor
3. Tachypnea
4. Tachycardia
5. Decreased urine output

Question 3

Visual signs of shock in a child (3)

Answer 3

1. Decreased level of consciousness
2. Grossly sunken eyes
3. Pale / mottled skin

Question 4

Symptoms of shock on examination of a child (4)

Answer 4

1. Cold skin
2. Weak peripheral pulses
3. Prolonged cap refill > 2 seconds
4. Hypotension
5. Decreased urine output