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 to moderate stage of dehydration?

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Tachycardia (an elevated heart rate) is a sign of early to moderate dehydration in infants. Bradycardia (a slower heart rate), increased blood pressure, and normal fontanels are not associated with early to moderate dehydration. Dry mucous membranes are also a sign of dehydration.

The Nurse Is Assessing an Infant Brought to the Clinic