author(s)
Phan Thi Huyen Trang, Doan Nhat Hao, To Thi Hong Van and Tran Thi quynh Chi

abstract
This study aimed to describe the practice of using Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) among mothers of children under five years old with acute diarrhea at Tay Nguyen Regional General Hospital and to identify factors influencing this practice. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 216 mothers of children under five years old with acute diarrhea using structured questionnaires. The results showed that the proportion of mothers with correct knowledge of ORS preparation was 51.85%, while the rate of correct practice was 52.31%. There was a statistically significant relationship between correct knowledge and correct practice in using ORS (p<0.001). Mothers with correct knowledge of ORS were more likely to practice correctly than those with incorrect knowledge (OR=4.16; p<0.001). These findings highlight the need for enhanced health education to improve ORS use and reduce diarrhea-related complications in young children.