You are called for a 2-year-old child who is sick. When testing her capillary refill, which one of the following would be the most cause for concern?

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A capillary refill time of greater than 2 seconds in a child is considered abnormal and can indicate hypoperfusion or shock. In this case, a 3-second capillary refill time would be cause for concern and require further evaluation and intervention.

You Are Called for a 2-Year-Old Child Who Is Sick