The nurse assesses an infant for possible dehydration. Which of the following findings would reveal dehydration? Select all that apply
a. Sunken eyes
b. Excess urine output
c. Inability to produce tears
d. Urine specific gravity <1.035
e. History of inadequate fluid intake
f. Tongue with furrows and fissures
A, C, E, F
Assessment for possible dehydration would reveal sunken eyes, inability to produce tears, history of inadequate fluid intake, and tongue with furrows and fissures. Other indications of dehydration include a decrease in urine output and a urine specific gravity >1.035.
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