Table 1. Overview of the study morbidity questionnaire.
Category | Questions |
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Diarrhoea | Any diarrhoea?
If yes, duration (days) If yes, number of stools per day If yes, is there blood/mucus in stool? Is the child urinating less? Is the child lethargic or unconscious? Is the child restless and irritable? Does the child have sunken eyes? Is the child drinking poorly? Is the child thirsty, drinking eagerly? Does the skin pinch go back slowly? |
Fever | Axillary temperature
History of fever? If yes, number of days |
Cough | Cough?
If yes, duration of cough (days) |
Vomiting | Has the child been vomiting since last visit?
If yes, number of days |
Appetite | How is your child’s appetite?
If decreased, number of days If decreased, describe |
Medication | Has the child been or is on any medication since last visit?
If yes, please state the medication |
Other | Difficulty breathing?
Convulsion? Has the child had any other illness since last visit? If yes, describe |