Real Life: Gastroenteritis and Dehydration Questions and Answers Already Passed
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Real Life: Gastroenteritis and Dehydration
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Real Life: Gastroenteritis And Dehydration
Real Life: Gastroenteritis and
Dehydration Questions and Answers
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What is gastroenteritis commonly known as?
Stomach flu or intestinal flu.
What are the primary causes of gastroenteritis?
Viral infections (such as norovirus and rotavirus), bacterial infections (such as E. ...
✔✔Diagnosis is primarily based on medical history, symptoms, and physical examination. Stool
tests may be conducted in severe cases.
What is the mainstay of treatment for gastroenteritis?
✔✔Rehydration is essential, often achieved through oral rehydration solutions or intravenous
fluids in severe cases.
What dietary recommendations are advised during recovery from gastroenteritis?
✔✔Start with clear fluids and gradually reintroduce bland foods like bananas, rice, applesauce,
and toast (BRAT diet).
How can gastroenteritis be prevented?
✔✔Practicing good hand hygiene, safe food handling, and avoiding close contact with infected
individuals can help prevent gastroenteritis.
What role do probiotics play in the management of gastroenteritis?
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