This is how to keep your vomiting child out of ER/A&E. 🚨 Acute vomiting in kids is usually viral gastroenteritis The danger isn’t the vomiting — it’s dehydration. ✅ What actually keeps kids OUT of the ER (evidence-based): 💊 Ondansetron (when prescribed by your doctor) One dose can break the vomiting cycle and allow oral hydration to work. This is well supported in pediatric studies. 💧 Low-volume, frequent fluids — this part is critical Big sips = more vomiting. ⏱️ Hydration plan that works: •