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Gastroenteritis: Definition Flashcards

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Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the stomach and the intestinal tract

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Gastroenteritis

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Gastroenteritis: classic manifestation

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Increase in the frequency and water content of the stools or vomiting

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Gastroenteritis: Assessment

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  1. N/V (first 2 days of illness)
  2. Abdominal tenderness
  3. Diarrhea
  4. Headache
  5. Malaise
  6. Myalgia
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Signs of DHN

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  1. Poor skin turgor
  2. Dry mucous membranes
  3. Hypotension
  4. Oliguria (< 30ml)
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