A school-age child with diarrhea has been rehydrated. The nurse is discussing the child's diet with the family. Which statement by the parent would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?
a. "I will keep my child on a clear liquid diet for the next 24 hours."
b. "I should encourage my child to drink carbonated drinks but avoid food for the next 24 hours."
c. "I will offer my child bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast for the next 48 hours."
d. "I should have my child eat a normal diet with easily digested foods for the next 48 hours."
ANS: D
Easily digested foods such as cereals, cooked vegetables, and meats should be provided for the child. Early reintroduction of nutrients is desirable. Continued feeding or reintroduction of a regular diet has no adverse effects and actually lessens the severity and duration of the illness. Clear liquids and carbonated drinks have high carbohydrate content and few electrolytes. Caffeinated beverages should be avoided because caffeine is a mild diuretic. The BRAT diet has little nutritional value and is high in carbohydrates.
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