Which of the following is commonly recommended for children with pediatric diarrhea and/or dehydration?
A) Pedialyte or Infalyte in small amounts
B) Soft drinks, juices, or sports drinks
C) BRAT diet
D) OTC antidiarrheal medications
E) All of the above

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The physician may recommend the use of oral rehydration therapy, such as Pedialyte or Infalyte; small amounts (approximately 2 tablespoons) are offered at a time (i.e., every 15 minutes) to prevent vomiting. Soft drinks, juices, sports drinks, and tea should be avoided because they lack electrolytes and may lead to even more diarrhea. The banana, rice, applesauce, and toast (BRAT) diet has been the traditional approach for children with diarrhea, but it is no longer recommended because there is no evidence that it is useful. The child should not be given over-the-counter (OTC) antidiarrheal medications, such as Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate, Imodium, or Lomotil because these can cause serious side effects, including decreased motility of the bowel, respiratory depression, and drowsiness.

Which of the Following Is Commonly Recommended for Children with Pediatric