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ORS counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateGastro-intestinal TherapeuticsORS counsellingGPhC CRA

A mother asks for advice for her 3-year-old with diarrhoea and vomiting for 12 hours. The child is alert but passing less urine. What monitoring is required?

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Correct answer: E — Use oral rehydration solution in small frequent sips and seek help if dehydration worsens

Oral rehydration solution helps replace fluid and electrolytes in gastroenteritis. Small frequent sips can improve tolerance during vomiting. Reduced urine output suggests dehydration risk, so safety-netting is important.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS