A child with diarrhoea is alert but has dry lips and reduced urine output. Which additional assessment is most useful for monitoring fluid status?
Correct answer: A. Measure weight and record urine output
- A. Measure weight and record urine output
- B. Check the colour of the child’s hair
- C. Assess the number of erupted teeth
- D. Measure the length of the child’s fingernails
Explanation
Daily weight and accurate urine output provide objective information about changing fluid balance. The other findings do not reliably measure hydration or response to rehydration therapy.
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Common childhood illnesses include acute respiratory infections, diarrhoeal disease, dehydration, measles, mumps, chickenpox, pertussis and worm infestations. The subject focuses on causes, signs, transmission, assessment, prevention and nursing care, especially distinguishing pneumonia from less severe respiratory infection and classifying dehydration by clinical findings.
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