Question

A 2-year-old child presents with acute diarrhea and vomiting for 24 hours. There are no signs of severe dehydration. According to NICE guidelines what is the recommended fluid management?

Accepted Answer

Oral rehydration solution if signs of dehydration or inability to maintain hydration

Answer

IV fluids for all

Answer

Diluted fruit juice ad libitum

Answer

No fluids for 12 hours to rest the bowel

Answer

Start antiemetics immediately

Practice question

A 2-year-old child presents with acute diarrhea and vomiting for 24 hours. There are no signs of severe dehydration. According to NICE guidelines what is the recommended fluid management?