Principles of dehydration rehydration

The principle of dehydration rehydration is fast at first and then slow, thick at first and then thin, etc. When we encounter diarrhea, we should replenish more water to alleviate the water loss in the body. And it should be noted that it is better to drink boiled water, which can warm the stomach. Dehydration rehydration needs to be maintained for a period of time, depending on whether excessive gastric acid secretion causes acidosis. If poisoning, alkaline drugs can be used for treatment.

Principles of fluid replacement for diarrhea and dehydration in children

1. Fast first, then slow: Correct dehydration quickly, and the maintenance phase can be slower.

2. Thick first then thin: Thick or thin refers to the tension of the liquid. Use 1/2 sheet of liquid to correct dehydration and 1/5 sheet for the maintenance stage.

3. Correcting acidosis first: Due to the harm of acidosis to the human body, when replenishing fluids for diarrhea, if acidosis occurs, alkaline drugs should be used to correct the acidosis first.

4. Potassium supplementation when urine is seen: Potassium supplementation when the child is anuric may cause a sudden increase in blood potassium and cardiac arrest. Therefore, potassium supplementation can only be done after the child has urine.

What should parents pay attention to when their children have diarrhea?

You should pay attention to food hygiene and home hygiene on a daily basis. When adding complementary foods, be careful not to add too much and the types should not be too diverse. If diarrhea is caused by indigestion, it can be corrected by adjusting the diet. If the child is still young, it is best to use medication under the guidance of a doctor. If severe diarrhea leads to severe dehydration or other bad conditions, you must go to the hospital for treatment.

If a child has persistent diarrhea, he or she should seek medical attention promptly, check the cause, and receive symptomatic treatment. Parents also need to pay special attention to the child's diet. At this time, the child's stomach and intestines are relatively fragile. In addition to the daily nutritional supplements required, they also need to supplement electrolytes to prevent dehydration. In addition, the principles of using saline solution must be paid attention to and must be strictly followed according to the doctor's instructions.