Community Health Worker Manual/Diarrhea/Classification

Diarrhea causes dehydration, which can be identified through various signs. If the child has either of the following two danger signs, then refer him to a health center. Sunken eyes Turgid skin There are also some minor signs—if the child has any two of the following, refer him to a health center: Restlessness and irritability Thirsty or eager to drink water Listless or fatigued Inability to drink water Testing Skin Turgidity Referral