Diarrhea Flashcards
1
Q
what should be replaced?
A
fluids and electrolytes (Na and K) - may need to consume broths and/or oral electrolyte solutions
2
Q
what is the minimum (regarding a diet) ?
A
low-fiber diet
3
Q
what cannot be rested in order to repair?
A
the gut - it needs to be fed to repair
4
Q
what type of food group should be introduced first?
A
starches
5
Q
example of starches
A
non-sugared cold cereals, potatoes, breads, rice, pasta, fruits-bananas, and applesauce
6
Q
what other foods that you can also use/consume?
A
- banana flakes, apple power, or other pectin sources
- yogurt with live cultures (beneficial effect of probiotics)
7
Q
what usually needs to be limited until diarrhea is resolved?
A
lactose, fructose, and sucrose
