Dehydration Fever

Subject: Midwifery III (Theory)

Overview

Dehydration fever is a condition that can affect a newborn baby in the first few days of life. It is caused by the loss of body fluids through the passage of stool and urine, as well as an insufficient replacement of fluids that are not present during fetal life. When given insufficient liquids and kept too warm, the temperature rises to 38°c. This is referred to as dehydration fever. Dehydration fever is caused by physiological fluid loss, a lack of proper fluid intake, frequent passing of stool and urine, covering the newborn with thick and heavy clothing, and exposing the baby to the sun or fire for an extended period of time. If signs of dehydration are apparent, give extra fluids such as breast milk, glucose water, or boiling water. Remove all unneeded clothing to allow for fresh air and to keep the environment clean.

Dehydration fever is a disorder that can affect a newborn baby in its first few days of life. It is caused by a loss of bodily fluid through the passage of stool and urine, as well as an insufficient replacement of fluids that are not present during fetal life. The temperature rises to 38°c when given insufficient drinks and kept too heated. Dehydration fever is the medical term for this disease.

Causes

  • Fluid loss due to physiological causes
  • Insufficient fluid intake
  • Frequent urination and bowel movements
  • Covering the infant with thick, bulky clothing
  • Leaving the baby in the sun or near a fire for an extended period of time

Sign and Symptoms

  • Temperatures may reach 100-101°F.
  • Mouth and skin dryness The baby is flushed, thirsty, and coarse.
  • Baby may cry because he or she is hungry or thirsty.

Management

  • Determine the causes and treat accordingly.
  • If there are signs of dehydration, give extra fluids such as breast milk, glucose water, or boiling water.
  • Temperatures should be taken and recorded every four hours.
  • Remove any extra clothing to allow for fresh air and cross-ventilation in the space.
  • If the room is heated by a heater, keep boiled water nearby to keep the air moist.
  • Put on light clothes after taking a sponge bath in lukewarm water.
  • Teach the mother and her family about the condition, its causes, prevention, and treatment.
Things to remember
  • Dehydration fever is a disorder that can affect a newborn baby in its first few days of life. It is caused by a loss of bodily fluid through the passage of stool and urine, as well as an insufficient replacement of fluids that are not present during fetal life.
  • The temperature rises to 38°c when given insufficient drinks and kept too heated.
  • Dehydration fever is the medical term for this disease.
  • Dehydration fever is caused by physiological fluid loss, a lack of proper fluid intake, frequent passing of stool and urine, covering the newborn with thick and heavy garments, and exposing the baby to the sun or fire for an extended period of time.
  • If there are signs of dehydration, give extra fluids such as breast milk, glucose water, or boiling water.
  • Remove any excess clothing to allow for fresh air and ventilation.
Questions and Answers

Dehydration fever is a condition that can affect a newborn infant in its first few weeks of life. It is brought on by a lack of adequate fluid replacement as well as fluid loss from fetuses' stools and urine. The temperature increases to 38°c when not given enough fluid and kept at a high temperature. Dehydration fever is the name for this ailment.

  • Physiological fluid loss
  • Lack of sufficient hydration
  • Frequent passing of stools and urine
  • Putting on bulky, heavy clothing to swaddle the infant
  • Long-term exposure of the infant to the sun or fire

 

  • Discover the underlying reasons and then treat them.
  • Give more fluids, such as breast milk, glucose water, or boiling water, if there are any signs of dehydration.
  • Temperature should be taken and noted every four hours.
  • To maintain cross ventilation and bring in fresh air, take off any unneeded clothing.
  • Keep boiled water to humidify the space if the space is heated by a heater.
  • After taking a sponge wash in lukewarm water, don light clothing.
  • Explain the disease to the mother and her family, including its causes, symptoms, treatment, and care.

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