Dysentery: Causes and Types

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Why is oral care important for a patient with dysentery?

To prevent mouth infections and promote salivation

What should be done to the linen when it is soiled?

Disinfect it with Jik 1:6 before sending to the laundry

Why is it important to provide psychological care to a patient with dysentery?

To allay the patient's anxiety and promote cooperation

What should be explained to the patient regarding their isolation?

The reason for their isolation to prevent the spread of infection

Why is it important to encourage a patient with dysentery to ask questions?

To gain their cooperation with treatment

What is the purpose of observing the intake and output of a patient with dysentery?

To assess the patient's hydration status

What is an important aspect of prevention and control of dysentery?

Improved environmental sanitation

What is a complication of dysentery?

The complications are not mentioned in the text

Why is it important to educate the patient about the disease process?

To promote their cooperation with treatment

What should be done to the patient's stool?

Observe it for amount, contents, and odour

Learn about dysentery, an intestinal disorder characterized by inflammation, abdominal pains, and painful bowel movements. Discover the different causes and types of dysentery.

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