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Child dehydration from gastroenteritis โ ๏ธ ๐ง
โ ๏ธ ๐ง Child dehydration from gastroenteritis
TIME-SENSITIVE โ assess severity and escalate if deteriorating.
๐ Recognise
Weight loss, reduced urine, lethargy, dry mucosa or poor perfusion with vomiting/diarrhoea.
๐ First actions
If stable, offer oral rehydration solution frequently; consider NG or IV route for failed oral or shock.
๐งช Investigate / reassess
Monitor fluid balance and consider alternative diagnosis with bilious vomiting, blood or focal pain.
โ ๏ธ Escalation / pitfalls
Routine antibiotics and antiemetics are not universally indicated; use NICE gastroenteritis pathway.
Source:NICE CG84. Checked: 3 November 2026 for linked source; the entire topic has not undergone independent clinical sign-off. Follow your trust guidelines and senior advice. Not a standalone treatment protocol.