Diarrhea Definitions and Types
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What is the duration of symptoms for acute diarrhea?

  • 14 days or fewer (correct)
  • Unknown
  • More than 30 days
  • More than 14 but fewer than 30 days

    • Which of the following is the definition of diarrhea?

  • The alteration of stool consistency from the norm with loose stools
  • The passage of loose or watery stools, typically at least three times in a 24-hour period (correct)
  • The passage of watery stools accompanied by fever and abdominal pain
  • The presence of blood or mucus in the stool

    • When does diarrhea become chronic?

  • More than 14 but fewer than 30 days in duration
  • Unknown
  • More than 30 days in duration (correct)
  • 14 days or fewer in duration

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic diarrhea?

    <p>Persistent alteration of stool consistency from the norm with loose stools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of dysentery?

    <p>Diarrhea with visible blood or mucus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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