The nurse is assessing an infant brought to the clinic because of diarrhea. The infant is alert but has dry mucous membranes. Which additional assessment data indicates to the nurse that the infant is experiencing an early to moderate stage of dehydration?

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Tachycardia is a common early sign of dehydration in infants, indicating that the body is trying to compensate for the fluid loss. Bradycardia, increased blood pressure,and normal fontanels do not indicate early to moderate dehydration.

The Nurse Is Assessing an Infant Brought to the Clinic