Check for Fluid Loss

December 5, 2009, 6:00 AM ET

Make sure babies have wet diapers. Check that wet diapers
are as frequent and heavy as normal.
Look for tears when the baby or toddler is crying.
Check to see how wet the child’s mouth is. The inside of the mouth should be wet. Wash your hands after you do this.
Check to see that children, teens, and adults are making frequent trips to the bathroom to urinate.
Check the urine color. Clear or light yellow-colored urine means the person is getting enough fluid. Dark yellow urine signals the person is dehydrated.

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