A child has diarrhoea for 16 days but is alert, drinking, and has no blood in the stool. Which action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Refer the child for assessment of persistent diarrhoea
- A. Refer the child for assessment of persistent diarrhoea
- B. Reassure the family that no follow-up is needed
- C. Stop breastfeeding until the stools become normal
- D. Give an antidiarrhoeal medicine without assessment
Explanation
Diarrhoea lasting 14 days or more is persistent diarrhoea and requires further assessment for dehydration, malnutrition, and an underlying cause. Breastfeeding should continue, and antidiarrhoeal medicines are not given routinely to young children.
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