Diarrhoea Flashcards
1
Q
What other symptoms accompanying diarrhoea need investigating?
A
- unexplained weight loss
- rectal bleeding
- persistent diarrhoea
- recent foreign travel
- recent antibiotic treatment
2
Q
What is used following diarrhoea?
A
oral rehydration solutions
if severe dehydration occurs - admit to hospital for IV
3
Q
What do you give if rapid stopping of diarrhoea is needed?
A
- Loperamide
