IMCI questions with correct answers

1. Nikki, a 5-month-old infant was brought by her mother to the health center because of diarrhea for 4 to 5 times a day. Her skin goes back slowly after a skin pinch and her eyes are sunken. Using the IMCI guidelines, you will classify this infant in which category? a. No signs of dehydration b. Some dehydration c. Severe dehydration d. The data is insufficient - Answer b. Some dehydration 2. In preparing an Oral Rehydrating Solution (ORESOL) for a child, how long should this be kept before discarding? * a. 8 hours b. 12 hours c. 16 hours d. 24 hours Other: - Answer b. 12 hours 3. Gina is giving Oresol in the management of diarrhea on her 3-year-old child. She asked you what to do if her child vomits. As a student nurse, you will tell her to: a. Bring the child to the nearest hospital for further assessment b. Bring the child to the health center for intravenous fluid therapy c. Bring the child to the health center for assessment by the physician d. Let the child rest for 10 minutes then continue giving Oresol more slowly - Answer d. Let the child rest for 10 minutes then continue giving Oresol more slowly