AMC Clinical Deep Dive

S2E16 - Apple Juice for Children's Dehydration


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Welcome to Season 2 of AMC Clinical Deep Dive!


While electrolyte solutions (ORS) are traditional, NHMRC Level II evidence suggests that dilute apple juice is a superior alternative for children aged 6 months to 5 years with mild dehydration. This episode breaks down why "taste matters"—the better flavour leads to higher intake and fewer IV failures compared to ORS.... Learn the exact 50:50 dilution mix and 5mL dosing protocol to impress examiners. Crucially, we cover critical safety errors: excluding children with moderate-to-severe dehydration (capillary refill >2s), bloody diarrhea, or acute abdomen....


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If this AMC-related topic interests you, visit the full webpage for extended notes and additional exam-oriented resources: https://apwix.com/100462

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