Are you dehydrated? What are the signs and symptoms of dehydration and why does it matter? Mild Symptoms Thirst Dry Skin Headache Blurred Vision Mouth Sores Exhaustion Irritability Dizziness Dark Yellow Skin Serious Symptoms Shortness of Breath Increased Heart Rate Low Blood Pressure Fatal Symptoms Seizures Muscle Cramps Kidney Damage Pain in Joints Why is hydration so important? IV fluids are also known as a saline solution. This sterile solution is made of sodium chloride a