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Which of these is fatal unless oral rehy...

Which of these is fatal unless oral rehydration is administered?
(a) Whooping cough
(b) Cholera
(c) Tetanus.

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To solve the question "Which of these is fatal unless oral rehydration is administered?" we need to analyze the options provided: 1. **Understanding Oral Rehydration**: - Oral rehydration therapy (ORT) is a treatment used to prevent and treat dehydration, especially due to diarrhea and vomiting. It involves the administration of a solution that contains water, salts, and sugar. 2. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **(a) Whooping cough**: This is a respiratory disease characterized by severe coughing fits. While it can lead to complications, it does not primarily cause dehydration. Therefore, oral rehydration is not critical for survival in this case. - **(b) Cholera**: Cholera is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It leads to severe diarrhea and vomiting, resulting in rapid loss of fluids and electrolytes, which can cause severe dehydration. Oral rehydration is essential to prevent fatal outcomes in cholera cases. ...
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