Dehydration in Children 1

1/21.     Describe the pathophysiology of dehydration in a child. Risk factors for dehydrationConsequences of dehydrationCompensatory mechanismTypes of dehydration2. Compare and contrast the fluid and electrolyte requirements of children in various age groups.Pediatric differencesFluid requirements and minimum output  3. Identify common tests related to GI dysfunctionand dehydrationUrine specific gravity Hematocrit Serum electrolytes