Treatment & Pharmacological Management-Diarrhea

• What is the primary goal of diarrhea treatment?

  Replace fluids and electrolytes
• What is the second goal of diarrhea treatment?

  Decrease stool frequency and volume
• What type of solution is recommended for mild diarrhea?

  Oral solutions with glucose and electrolytes
• What treatment is recommended for severe diarrhea?

  Parenteral fluids, electrolytes, vitamins, and nutrition
• What are the functions of pharmacological agents in diarrhea treatment?

  Protect mucous membranes and absorb irritants
• What is one action of pharmacological agents in diarrhea management?

  Inhibit GI motility
• What is another action of pharmacological agents in diarrhea management?

  Decrease intestinal secretions
• What should be avoided in cases of infectious diarrhea?

  Antidiarrheals
• Why should antidiarrheals be avoided in infectious diarrhea?

  They can worsen the infection