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Pediatrics Fluid & Electrolyte 10a5cdba

Treatment choice in severe dehydration is-

A
DNS 5%
B
Normal saline
C
DNS 10%
D
Ringer lactate
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Ringer lactate Fluids used in severe dehydration* Best IV fluid for severe dehydration is Ringer's lactate.* An ideal preparation would be Ringer's lactate with 5% added dextrose, However, it is not available.* If Ringer's lactate is not available, normal saline solution (0.9% NaCl) can be used.

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