Paediatrics – MCQ 40 – ReSoMal components

The sodium content of ReSoMal (rehydration solution for malnourished children) is:
A. 90 mmol/L
B. 60 mmol/L
C. 45 mmol/L
D. 30 mmol/L

Correct answer : C. 45 mmol/L

Components of of ReSoMal:

• Glucose 125 mmol/l
• Sodium 45 mmol/l
• Potassium 40 mmol/l
• Chloride 70 mmol/l
• Magnesium 3 mmol/l
• Zinc 0.3 mmol/l
• Copper 0.045 mmol/l
• Citrate 7 mmol/l