Physical examination maneuver
Physical Exam
Skin Turgor
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Gently pinch and lift a fold of skin — commonly over the forearm or sternum — hold it briefly, then release and watch how quickly it returns to its resting position. Reduced turgor is present when the fold returns slowly (tenting).
How to Interpret
Showing all 2 findings
Dehydration
Decreased skin turgor
Rule in
Not helpfulWide CI
Rule out
Not helpfulDerived CI
Evidence:ModerateResearch in progress
Hypovolemia
Decreased skin turgor
Rule in
Somewhat helpful
Rule out
Minimally helpful
Evidence:ModerateResearch in progress
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