Which dietary teaching is priority for the client with mild to moderate gastroenteritis during the acute phase of the illness?
A. "Eat and drink every 2 hours even if nausea and vomiting persists."
B. "Drink large quantities of clear fluids."
C. "Do not drink water."
D. "Eat a regular diet."
C
The client is discouraged from drinking plain water because electrolyte replacement will be needed. The client may drink electrolyte-containing solutions, such as Gatorade.
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