Provide ORS (Oral rehydration salt) for replenishment of fluid. To replace the fluid in the body.

Provide ORS with every 5 to 10 minutes. In severe vomiting, it can be avoided. Giving a large amount
of fluid can cause vomiting. So giving in a small amount reduce vomiting.

In case of severe diarrhoea, administer intravenous fluid as prescribed. To easily and quickly hydrate
the body. It also reduces the chances of vomiting because giving fluid orally can cause vomiting.

Administer antibiotics as prescribed. To treat diarrhoea causing microorganisms.

Strictly maintain intake output chart. To calculate fluid retention in the body and the effectiveness of
the intervention.

Monitor urine specific gravity. To early identify dehydration.

Daily weigh the child. To check the hydration status and assess the amount of weight loss.

Instruct the family member to avoid fluids like fruit juice, caffeine-containing products, and carbonated
drinks. These products increase gastric motility.

Instruct family members to maintain intake output chart, check signs of dehydration and increase
compliance with therapeutic regimen. To optimize the result.