A six-month-old child with diarrhoea is thirsty, restless, and has sunken eyes. The skin pinch returns slowly. Which management is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Give supervised ORS for some dehydration
- A. Give supervised ORS for some dehydration
- B. Refer immediately for severe dehydration
- C. Give an antidiarrhoeal medicine at home
- D. Withhold fluids until the diarrhoea stops
Explanation
Thirst, restlessness, sunken eyes, and slow skin return are consistent with some dehydration, which is treated with supervised oral rehydration and continued feeding. Severe dehydration requires urgent referral, while antidiarrhoeal drugs and fluid restriction can cause harm.
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