what is meant by dehydration what are its early symptoms what type of first aid should be given to the victim of dehydration
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what is meant by dehydration?
the loss or removal of water from something.
what area its early symptoms
Dehydration can be mild, moderate or severe, depending on how much of your body weight is lost through fluids. Two early signs of dehydration are thirst and dark-coloured urine. This is the body's way of trying to increase water intake and decrease water loss.
what type of first aid should given to the victim of dehydration.
Fluid replacement is the treatment for dehydration. This may be attempted by replacing fluid by mouth, but if this fails, intravenous fluid (IV) may be required. Should oral rehydration be attempted, frequent small amounts of clear fluids should be used. Clear fluids include most things you can see through.
Dehydration headache remedies
Drink water. First, get a drink of water as soon as possible. ...
Electrolyte drinks. While plain water should do the trick, drinks like Pedialyte and Powerade give an extra boost with electrolytes. ...
Dehydration happen if kids aren't drinking enough liquids. They also can get dehydrated if they lose fluids through vomiting, diarrhea, or both.
Signs and Symptoms
Mild to moderate:
a dry tongue
few or no tears when crying
fussiness in an infant
no wet diapers for 6 hours in an infant
no urination (peeing) for 8 hours in children
Severe:
very dry mouth (looks "sticky" inside)
dry or wrinkly skin (especially on the belly and upper arms and legs)
inactivity or decreased alertness and excessive sleepiness
sunken eyes
sunken soft spot on top of an infant's head
no peeing for 8 or more hours in an infant
no peeing for 10 or more hours in a child
deep, rapid breathing
fast or weakened pulse
What to Do
Mild dehydration often can be treated at home. If your child has diarrhea but no vomiting, continue feeding a normal diet. If your child is vomiting, stop milk products and solid foods, and:
Give infants an oral electrolyte solution (a solution that restores lost fluids and minerals), about 1 tablespoon every 15–20 minutes.
Give children over 1 year old sips of clear fluids such as an oral electrolyte solution, ice chips, clear broth, or ice pops. Give 1 to 2 tablespoons every 15–20 minutes.
Get Emergency Medical Care if Your Child:
shows any sign of severe dehydration
can't keep clear liquids down
isn't peeing
Think Prevention!
Washing hands well and often can help prevent many of the illnesses that can lead to dehydration.
Encourage taking in frequent, small amounts of liquids during illnesses to prevent dehydration.
If vomiting happens, use only clear fluids to rehydrate.