Oral Rehydration Therapy in Nigeria

摘要

AID-assisted efforts by UNICEF/Nigeria and the Government of Nigeria to implement an oral rehydration therapy (ORT) promotion program are briefly reviewed. A scientifically sound ORT methodology applicable throughout Nigeria was developed by UNICEF/N and Nigerian pediatricians, and includes the use of prepackaged and home-mixed rehydration salts, demonstrations of home treatment, intravenous rehydration for severe cases, and avoidance of antidiarrheal medication. Demonstration zones have been established in Lagos, Enugu, Yola, and Sokoto; presentations by the zonal consultants have won enthusiastic support; and the program should be incorporated into routine health services operations by the project's third year.