Question

A 3-year-old girl with acute gastroenteritis has mild dehydration, is alert, and is able to drink small amounts. According to Canadian paediatric guidance, what is the preferred method of rehydration?

Accepted Answer

Oral rehydration solution given frequently in small amounts

Answer

Intravenous normal saline boluses for all children with diarrhoea

Answer

Plain water only

Answer

Carbonated soft drinks ad libitum

Answer

Nothing by mouth for 24 hours

Practice question

A 3-year-old girl with acute gastroenteritis has mild dehydration, is alert, and is able to drink small amounts. According to Canadian paediatric guidance, what is the preferred method of rehydration?