A patient recovering from acute gastroenteritis asks how to replace fluid at home. Which statement shows correct understanding?
Correct answer: A. I will take frequent small sips of oral rehydration solution
- A. I will take frequent small sips of oral rehydration solution
- B. I will drink only plain water until the diarrhoea stops
- C. I will avoid fluids for several hours after each loose stool
- D. I will use concentrated fruit juice to replace lost fluid
Explanation
Frequent small amounts of oral rehydration solution replace water and electrolytes and are usually better tolerated than large volumes. Plain water alone does not replace sodium and glucose adequately, while fluid restriction and concentrated juice can worsen dehydration or diarrhoea.
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