Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis ( 34 Questions)

A client with gastroenteritis asks the nurse about using over-the-counter antidiarrheal medications. What should the nurse advise?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. While antidiarrheal medications can provide relief, they should be used with caution as they can potentially prolong the infection by preventing the body from expelling the infectious agent.

B) Correct. It's generally recommended to avoid using antidiarrheal medications in cases of infectious gastroenteritis, as they can impede the body's natural defense mechanism of expelling the infectious agent through diarrhea.

C) Incorrect. Antidiarrheal medications may be prescribed by a healthcare provider in specific cases, but they are not recommended as a first-line treatment for infectious gastroenteritis.

D) Incorrect. Antidiarrheal medications can be used in both children and adults, but they should be used with caution and under the guidance of a healthcare provider.




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