The nurse is assessing an infant brought to the clinic because of diarrhea. The infant is alert but has dry mucous membranes. Which other sign indicates the infant is still in the early or mild stage of dehydration?
1. Tachycardia
2. Bradycardia
3. Increased blood pressure
4. Decreased blood pressure
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Rationale:
1. Tachycardia is a sign that indicates mild dehydration.
2. Bradycardia is not a sign of dehydration.
3. Increased blood pressure is not a sign of dehydration.
4. Decreased blood pressure is not a sign of mild dehydration.
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