This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
What is the amount of fluid to be given to a 2 year child weighing 12 Kg with severe dehydration in the first half an hour of IV rehydration? 
Select and explain. 
A. 120 ml, B. 240 ml, C. 360 ml, D. 840 ml
C: 360 ml
Answer: C: 360 ml 
Explanation: AGE First give 30 ml/ Kg in Then give 70 ml/ Kg in Infants (< 12 months) 1 hour 5 hours Older children 30 minutes 2.5 hours In the above question, amount of fluid needed = 30 ml/ Kg x12=360 ml Ref: Park 21st edition, page 204.