30 Questions
What is the first line of treatment in acute diarrhea?
Oral Rehydration Therapy
Why should homemade salt and sugar solutions not be recommended for ORT?
Their electrolyte content cannot be guaranteed
What solution should not be used to reconstitute ORT?
Fruit juice
Why is ORT essential for infants and children?
It provides essential salts and fluids without stopping the diarrhea
What electrolytes are typically found in sachets of powder for ORT?
Sodium as chloride and bicarbonate
What does ORT aim to prevent or treat in patients with diarrhea?
Dehydration
What is the recommended amount of solution for a child aged 6-12 years?
200 mL
Which type of fluids should be avoided to prevent worsening diarrhea?
Hypertonic fruit juices
How does Loperamide act in the gut wall?
Reduces intestinal transit time
What is the role of Loperamide in reducing fecal incontinence?
Decreases anal sphincter tone
Which of the following is NOT recommended to be taken along with antidiarrheals?
Coconut water
Why should patients using Loperamide be reminded to drink extra fluids?
To avoid dehydration
What type of foods might be best avoided by a patient advised to continue their usual diet?
Sugary foods
What is a good first-aid item to take on holiday in case of diarrhea?
Loperamide
What should family members do after going to the toilet in relation to hygiene with diarrhea?
Wash hands with soap and warm water
In infants, what should breast- or bottle-feeding be supplemented with during diarrhea?
ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution)
What is mentioned as essential in relation to diarrhea and school or work?
Avoid school or work for at least 48 hours after symptoms have settled
What misconception regarding daily bowel movements is addressed in the text?
'Three movements/week' is the normal range
What is a common way patients may describe constipation?
Experiencing bloating
How is constipation generally characterized?
Unsatisfactory passage of hard, dry stools less frequently than normal
Which age group has a higher prevalence of constipation?
People over 65 years old
What is an indication for referral regarding changes in bowel habit?
Change lasting for 2 weeks or longer
What role does the pharmacist have in relation to constipation?
Providing health education and reassurance to patients
Why is it important for the pharmacist to find out what the patient means by constipation?
To establish any change in bowel habit and its duration
What can be a common cause of constipation?
A diet low in fiber
What may contribute to aggravating constipation?
Caffeine intake
Which condition may cause the presence of blood in the stool?
Piles (hemorrhoids) and anal fissures
What lifestyle factor can be implicated in constipation?
Lack of exercise or reduced mobility
What is a treatment goal for managing constipation?
Relieve constipation and re-establish normal bowel function
How might changes in diet and lifestyle affect the occurrence of constipation?
They may result in constipation
Learn about the management of acute diarrhea, focusing on the first-line treatment of oral rehydration therapy (ORT) to replace fluid and electrolyte loss. Understand the importance of ORT in infants and children, along with key considerations for reconstitution of ORT solutions.
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