Clinical features of shock from dehydration in an infant

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Clinical features of shock from dehydration in an infant


Decreased level of consciousness 
Sunken fontanelle 
Dry mucous membranes 
Eyes sunken and tearless 
Tachypnoea
Prolonged capillary refill time

Pale or Mottled Skin
Hypotension

Tachycardia, Weak peripheral pulses 
Reduced tissue turgor 
Sudden weight loss 
Reduced urine output 
Cold Extremities


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