Therapeutic management of the child with acute diarrhea and dehydration usually begins with
a. Clear liquids
b. Adsorbents, such as kaolin and pectin
c. Oral rehydration solution (ORS)
d. Antidiarrheal medications such as paregoric
C
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A Clear liquids are not recommended because they contain too much sugar, which
may contribute to diarrhea.
B Adsorbents are not recommended.
C Orally administered rehydration solution is the first treatment for acute diarrhea.
D Antidiarrheals are not recommended because they do not get rid of pathogens.
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