A nurse is caring for an infant who has gastroenteritis. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Rationale: A. Pale and a 24-hr fluid deficit of 30 mL: Mild pallor and a small fluid deficit are not uncommon in early stages of illness and may not require immediate intervention. However, more serious signs of dehydration would take priority for reporting. B. Temperature 38° C (100.4° F) and pulse rate 124/min: These are within expected limits for an infant with mild infection or fever. While they should be monitored, they are not urgent indicators of severe complications from gastroenteritis. C. Decreased appetite and irritability: These are common symptoms in infants with viral illnesses, including gastroenteritis. Although they affect comfort and feeding, they are not necessarily indicators of serious fluid or electrolyte imbalance. D. Sunken fontanels and dry mucous membranes: These are clinical signs of moderate to severe dehydration, which is a serious complication of gastroenteritis in infants. These findings must be reported promptly for urgent intervention to prevent further deterioration.