How much water should a sick child drink?

How much water should a sick child drink?

It depends on their weight and age. Some experts say kids older than 1 need as many as 4 to 5 cups of fluid a day — from both drinks and foods.

How do you hydrate a child that won’t drink?

If your child refuses water or oral rehydration fluids, try diluted apple juice. You can also give your child their usual milk. Do not give drinks that are high in sugar (e.g. flat lemonade or sports drinks), because they can make dehydration worse.

How do you hydrate a sick child?

If your child is sick to their stomach or dehydrated, give small sips of ORS, breast milk or formula (if tolerated) every 5 to 10 minutes. Start by giving babies 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of liquid. For toddlers and children, give 1 tablespoonful or 3 teaspoons (30 mL). Gradually work up to drinking more.

How do you know when a child is dehydrated?

How can I tell if my child is dehydrated?

1. Dry tongue and dry lips.
2. No tears when crying.
3. Fewer than six wet diapers per day (for infants), and no wet diapers or urination for eight hours (in toddlers).
4. Sunken soft spot on infant’s head.
5. Sunken eyes.
6. Dry and wrinkled skin.
7. Deep, rapid breathing.

What are the symptoms of lack of water in the body?

Signs of dehydration include:

• Headache, delirium, confusion.
• Tiredness (fatigue).
• Dizziness, weakness, light-headedness.
• Dry mouth and/or a dry cough.
• High heart rate but low blood pressure.
• Loss of appetite but maybe craving sugar.
• Flushed (red) skin. Swollen feet. Muscle cramps.
• Heat intolerance, or chills.

How can you tell if a child is dehydrated?

How can I tell if my child is dehydrated?

• Dry tongue and dry lips.
• No tears when crying.
• Fewer than six wet diapers per day (for infants), and no wet diapers or urination for eight hours (in toddlers).
• Sunken soft spot on infant’s head.
• Sunken eyes.
• Dry and wrinkled skin.
• Deep, rapid breathing.

What do you do when your child won’t drink water?

9 tips to get your child to drink water

1. Start early and make drinking water a habit.
2. Lead by example.
3. Schedule times for drinking water.
4. Remove all sugary drinks from your home.
5. Give them lots of fruits and vegetables.
6. Try frozen fruits.
7. Make the water look attractive.
8. Choose a colorful bottle.

When should you go to the hospital for dehydration?

Call 911 or go to the emergency room (ER) right away if you have: Weakness. Dizziness or fainting. Drowsiness or confusion.

Is lack of thirst a symptom?

A lack of thirst, especially if it lasts longer than a day, or an abrupt change in your normal pattern of thirst can be a symptom of a number of conditions. A lack of thirst can indicate head injuries, liver disease, specific types of cancer, or stroke.