Question
A five-year-old child has experienced vomiting and diarrhea three times in recent days, with two episodes of vomiting in the past two days. Accompanied by night sweats, weight loss, and decreased appetite. How should this situation be handled?
Answer
When a child has diarrhea, the first priority is to replenish fluids, which can be achieved by having the child drink plenty of water or juice, taking small amounts multiple times. If the child shows moderate to severe dehydration, consider intravenous fluid therapy. If diarrhea persists for three days without improvement, or if symptoms such as watery stools, frequent vomiting, refusal to eat, and fever occur, it is recommended to seek immediate medical treatment. Additionally, you can cook carrots soft and then mash them into a paste as complementary food for the child.