Dehydration in children

Headline
History
Examination SOME signs but about 70% sensitivity
tears, mucous membranes, sunken eyes
Diagnostic investigations
Immediate management Oral fluid challenge vs IV fluids
Ongoing management

Note much of the evidence around assessing dehydration is in the context of Diabetic ketoacidosis.

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https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/high-and-dry-assessing-dehydration/
https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/time-for-a-fluid-shift/
https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/gastroenteritis/
https://litfl.com/paediatric-dehydration-assessment/
https://www.rcemlearning.co.uk/foamed/assessing-dehydration-in-children/