Question
The child is 6 years old; they had a gastric hemorrhage recently; now they don’t want to eat; they are very thin; they are not getting enough energy; previous treatment and effects: nothing serious; just said it’s because of age; what kind of assistance: how can they get better; or what kind of shots can be given; if they can’t eat dinner, then only intravenous fluid nutrition can be provided. 500 milliliters of 0.9% sodium chloride. 1000 milliliters of 10% glucose (avoid for diabetics). Additionally, an extra 3 grams of potassium (only 1.5 grams can be added to the 500 milliliter liquid), vitamin C. 500 milligrams of cimetidine. Optionally, you can add many other nutrients such as complex amino acids or fat emulsion. The total fluid volume should not exceed 2000 milliliters. Depending on the patient’s water intake, the fluid volume can be increased if they drink a lot. The above suggestions are for the question ‘What to do if an older child won’t eat and which nutritional injections are good?’ I hope this helps you, wishing you health!
Answer
It is recommended to provide intravenous fluid nutritional support using 500 milliliters of 0.9% sodium chloride, 1000 milliliters of 10% glucose (avoid for diabetics), and supplements of potassium, vitamin C, cimetidine, and other nutrients. The total fluid volume should not exceed 2000 milliliters, and adjustments should be made according to the patient’s water intake. I hope these suggestions help you, wishing you health!