10 Questions
What is the main cause of death from acute diarrhoea?
Dehydration
Why is diarrhoea considered an important cause of undernutrition?
Patients' ability to absorb nutrients is reduced
What is the estimated average number of episodes of diarrhoea children experience worldwide?
3.3 episodes
What contributes to the economic burden of diarrhoeal disease in developing countries?
Treatment with expensive intravenous fluids
At what age do about 80% of deaths due to diarrhoea occur?
First two years of life
What is the prevalence of diarrhea among children under five years in Jos University Teaching Hospital?
2.7%
Which statistical software was used for data analysis in the study?
Epi info version 3.5.1
How many children were seen in the Diarrhea Training Unit (DTU) of the Jos University Teaching Hospital during the study period?
13,076
What is the estimated annual number of diarrheal episodes per child in the African region, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) report?
Five episodes
What is recognized as a major cause of childhood morbidity and mortality in many developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa?
Diarrhea
This quiz explores the global impact of diarrhoea on children, focusing on its prevalence and impact in developing countries. It also delves into the frequency of episodes and the percentage of time young children may spend with diarrhoea. Take the quiz to test your knowledge on this crucial global health issue!
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