Table 3 Physical examination
Clinical parameters | Edema | Signs/symptoms of hypovolemia | Signs/symptoms of infectious/systemic disease |
|---|---|---|---|
▪ Heart rate ▪ Respiratory rate ▪ Blood pressure ▪ O2 saturation ▪ Body weight | ▪ Periorbital ▪ Pretibial ▪ Genital ▪ Ascites ▪ Bowel wall edema ▪ Pleural effusion ▪ Pulmonary edema ▪ Anasarca | ▪ Abdominal pain ▪ Tachycardia ▪ Cold hands/feet ▪ Oliguria ▪ Capillary refill >2 s | ▪ Fever ▪ Skin rash ▪ Purpura ▪ Arthritis |