Which sign(s)and symptom(s)is/are consistent with dehydration?(Select all that apply.)

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Blood work of dehydrated patients will show falsely elevated hemoglobin and hematocrit levels as a result of decreased capillary fluid.Dehydrated patients may become confused as a result of electrolyte imbalances and often complain of thirst.Older patients may not complain of thirst as a result of perceptual changes.Dehydration is evident by nonelastic skin turgor and delayed capillary filling.

Which Sign(s)and Symptom(s)is/are Consistent with Dehydration?(Select All That Apply