A 2-year-old child has chronic "toddler's" diarrhea,which has an unknown but benign etiology.The child's parent asks the primary care NP if a medication can be used to treat the child's symptoms.The NP should recommend giving:

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Antidiarrheals are not recommended in children.Opioids are contraindicated in children younger than 2 years.Bismuth and attapulgite are not recommended in children younger than 3 years of age.Oral rehydration with electrolyte solution is safe for young children.

A 2-Year-Old Child Has Chronic "Toddler's" Diarrhea,which Has an Unknown