Question area Correct response (%) Question area Correct response (%)
Definition Role of zinc
Passage of ≥ three tools/day 186 (93) Reduces diarrhoea episode 173 (86.5)
Commonest Cause Continued feeding during treatment
General 144 (72) Yes 152 (76)
Specific 52(28) No 48(24)
Cause of most deaths Severe dehydration identified
Dehydration 117 (58.5) Yes 141 (70.5)
Emergency signs Best immediate approach
Unconsciousness 134 (67) Hospital referral 102 (51)
Inability to drink 117(58.5)
Blood in stool 161(80.5)
Prevention Moderate dehydration identified
Access to safe-drinking water 165 (82,5) Yes 98 (49)
Improved sanitation 155 (77.5)
Hand-washing with soap 168 (84)
Exclusive breastfeeding 102 (51)
Hygiene 178 (89)
Health education 138 (69)
First choice treatment Best immediate approach
ORS 167 (83.5) ORS 109 (54.5)