Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 1195 of 2368

Which finding in an infant with bronchiolitis indicates dehydration?

  1. Increased skin turgor
  2. A slow heart rate
  3. Increased urine output
  4. Dry mucous membranes
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Correct answer: Dry mucous membranes

Elevated heart rate, decreased skin turgor, and dry mucous membranes indicate dehydration.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Childhood Respiratory Disorders: Implementation (Take Action). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026