Question

ORS, which is used for the treatment of diarrhea, stands for
A. Oral recharging solution
B. Oral reducing solution
C. Oral replenishing solution
D. Oral rehydration solution.

Answer 1

Hint: Oral rehydration solution (ORS) is a fluid used to treat dehydration, that is caused by diarrhea. The solution involves drinking water with modest amounts of sugar as well as salt added, while continuing to eat.

Complete answer:
Option – A- ORAL RECHARGING SOLUTION
There is no such term in biology to prevent or treat any kind of disease.
Option- B- ORAL REDUCING SOLUTION
There is no definition of the term in biology or any described method to prevent or treat any kind of illness.
Option- C- ORAL REPLENISHING SOLUTION
There is no described meaning of the term in the subject biology.
Option- D- ORAL REHYDRATION SOLUTION
Oral rehydration solutions (ORS) are used to prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea. It is a common illness found in travelers. Unlike other fluids, the ratio of the ingredients in an OR solution matches what the body needs to recover from a diarrhea illness.
An OR solution includes three main ingredients:
Drinkable water that has been boiled or disinfected.
Electrolytes also known as “salts”, which are chemicals that your body needs to function properly.
Carbohydrates, usually in the form of sugar.

So the correct answer to the question is option – D- ORAL REHYDRATION SOLUTION.

Note:
Diarrhea is characterized as illness of loose, watery stools or a frequent need to have a bowel movement. It normally lasts a few days as well as often disappears without any treatment.