A 3 year old girl with severe dehydration. What is the best step in case of failure to obtain IV access ____________: (A) Subclan central line, (B) Introsseous, (C) Jugular cut down, (D) Femoral vein
Answer is B. Increased fluids and dietary changes are the main treatment for diarrhea. Note: One loose stool can mean nothing. Don&;t sta dietary changes until your child has had several loose stools. Encourage your child to drink lots of fluids to prevent dehydration. Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition Nutrition Chapter