Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
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The nurse is assessing a client with suspected dehydration. Which of the following findings would support this diagnosis? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A, B, C, D, E
Rationale
Dehydration presents with sunken fontanelles, tachycardia, increased urine specific gravity, dry skin, and hypotension due to fluid loss.