Diarrhea Teaching 86
Instructed in complication of diarrhea such as dehydration, electrolyte imbalance or anal excoriation. Dehydration is indicated by dry mouth, poor skin tugor, dry, flushed skin, decreased urine output, sunken eyes and weak, rapid pulse.
Reviewed August 2018
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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