This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
In malnourished children the following parameters are reliable indicators of dehydration except - 
Select and explain. 
A. Skin turgor, B. Dry buccal mucosa, C. Oliguria, D. Thirst
A: Skin turgor
Answer: A: Skin turgor 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Skin turger Skin turger (skin pinching) is not helpful in : - i) Merasmus ii) Kwashirkor } Protein energy malnutrition iii) Obesity