Episode notes
1. Pediatric GI Physiology & Fluid Balance
• Assessment: Evaluate hydration status via fontanels (sunken = dehydration), skin turgor, mucous membranes, and urine output.
• Management:
◦ Mild/Moderate Dehydration: First-line treatment is Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) (e.g., Pedialyte) in small, frequent amounts.
◦ Severe Dehydration: Requires isotonic IV fluids (e.g., normal saline).
2. Structural Anomalies
These congenital defects require immediate protection of the airway or defect and surgical intervention.
• Cleft Lip/Palat ...
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