Appendix 2
Table: Degree of dehydration and
rehydration fluid.
This shows a simplified scheme for deciding how much fluid to give according to weight and degree of
dehydration, based on the same principles as the
Exercise in="diarrhoea-management-12.htm" target="_blank"> Slide 12.
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<4 % |
No visible dehydration. Extra fluids-water, fruit juices, soups, tea, milk or whatever the
child drinks.
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| 5% |
Mild dehydration. 50 ml. ORS solution/kg. in
4-6 hours.
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| 5-9% |
Moderate dehydration. 75 ml. ORS solution/kg. in 4-6 hours.
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| 10 or >10% |
Severe dehydration. 100 ml. ORS solution/kg. in 4-6 hours. May need IV fluids.
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While diarrhoea continues, give ORS solution by mouth
in the same volume as the fluid lost in stools.
