Skin Pinch Test for Dehydration Classification

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Which classification of dehydration is characterized by a child being lethargic or unconscious?

Severe dehydration

What is the classification of diarrhea that is characterized by being persistent and lasting for 14 days?

Persistent Diarrhea

What is the recommended action regarding the use of antibiotics for diarrhea treatment?

Culture for bacteria must be done before antibiotic use

What is the appropriate treatment for Dysentery, also known as Bloody Diarrhea, caused by Shigella Bacteria?

Antibiotics

In clinical assessment, what is the significance of asking about the duration of diarrhea in a child?

To classify the type of diarrhea as acute or persistent

In clinical assessment of dehydration in a child, what reaction to the skin pinch test would indicate severe dehydration?

The skin goes back very slowly

Which of the following is NOT considered a general danger sign in children according to the text?

Being alert and responsive

Based on the text, what could be a possible cause of convulsions in a child?

Dehydration

What is the significance of a child not being able to hold anything down due to vomiting according to the text?

Signifies dehydration and a general danger sign

In the context of the text, what does the skin pinch test help determine in children?

Severity of dehydration

Learn about using the skin pinch test to classify dehydration in children, including the different categories like severe dehydration, some dehydration, and no dehydration. Understand how the skin pinch test may be less reliable for children with marasmus.

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