A Young Child Is Brought to the Emergency Department with Severe

question 32

Multiple Choice

A young child is brought to the emergency department with severe dehydration secondary to acute diarrhea and vomiting.Therapeutic management of this child should begin with:

• A)intravenous (IV) fluids.
• B)ORS.
• C)clear liquids, 1 to 2 ounces at a time.
• D)administration of antidiarrheal medication.

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Definitions:

Traumatic Memories

Memories of traumatic events that are deeply distressing or disturbing, often affecting an individual's mental health and behavior.

Logical Thinking

The process of reasoning consistently and rationally, applying systematic steps and acknowledging both context and complexity.

Early Caregivers

The primary individuals who provide care and support to a child during the early stages of development, typically parents or guardians.

Helpless Pattern

An orientation to failure in which individuals begin to denigrate their abilities when they encounter failure and typically stop applying themselves or trying to improve their performance.