Skin turgor?

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DefinitionSkin turgor is the skin's ability to change shape and return to normal (elasticity).Alternative NamesDoughy skin; Poor skin turgor; Good skin turgor; Decreased skin turgorConsiderationsSkin turgor is a sign commonly used by health care workers to assess the degree of fluid loss or dehydration. Fluid loss can occur from common conditions, such as diarrhea or vomiting. Infants and young children with vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased or no fluid intake can rapidly lose a significant amount of fluid. Fever speeds up this process.To determine skin turgor, the health care provider grasps the skin on the back of the hand, lower arm, or abdomen between two fingers so that it is tented up. The skin is held for a few seconds then released.Skin with normal turgor snaps rapidly back to its

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