A 27-year-old patient has seen a health care provider at the local clinic because he has had diarrhea for the past week.The health care provider instructed the patient to drink plenty of fluids,and the nurse clarifies these instructions by advising him to avoid which item as long as he has diarrhea?

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When replacing fluids by mouth in a patient with ECV deficit,choose fluids that contain Na? (e.g.,Pedialyte and Gastrolyte).Liquids containing lactose,caffeine,or low Na? content are not appropriate when a patient has diarrhea.Strategies to encourage fluid intake include offering small sips of fluid frequently,popsicles,and ice chips.

A 27-Year-Old Patient Has Seen a Health Care Provider at the Local