Cold and Flu
Date:
Dear (Parent/Guardian),
We are sending (_____) home because s/he has had (X number) diarrhea stools today. Diarrhea is generally a sign or symptom of illness and it can cause undo stress and embarrassment for (_____) at school. Children with diarrhea should stay home until the diarrhea is under control. Clear liquids are encouraged in small frequent amounts. Clear liquids include: 7up, Sprite, tea, popsicles, Pediayte or Ricelyte, or apple juice.
CALL YOUR CLINIC OR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF:
The diarrhea does not improve.
If a fever or stomach pain develops.
Vomiting begins.
There is less urine output.
They are sleepier than usual.
There is blood or pus in the stool.
Thank you,
School Nurse
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Nurses Quick Reference
Mild diarrhea (less than two stools in 24 hours)
No change in diet
Encourage "clear liquids" in small, frequent amounts between meals
Moderate diarrhea (one stool in four hours, up to six in 24 hours):
Encourage "clear liquids" in small, frequent amounts for eight to twelve hours.
No solid food for twelve hours.
Slowly return to regular foods.
"BRAT" Diet:
Bananas
Rice
Applesauce
Toast
Oatmeal, soup, pudding, potato, crackers, pasta, poached or boiled eggs, and other soft, bland foods.
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