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Pediatric signs of dehydration

Significantly dehydrated if has 2 or more of the following (LR+ 6.1, CI:3.8-9.8):[1]

  • Prolonged capillary refill (>2 sec)
  • Dry mucous membranes
  • Absence of tears
  • Abnormal overall appearance
  1. Gorelick MH et al. Validity and reliability of clinical signs in the diagnosis of dehydration in children. Pediatrics. 1997; 99(5):E6