A nurse is providing education to a client recovering from severe bacterial gastroenteritis. Which complication should the nurse emphasize as a potential concern?

A) Correct. Dry lips and a sunken fontanelle are signs of severe dehydration in an infant and require immediate attention.

B) Incorrect. While decreased urine output is a concern, it may not necessitate immediate reporting if it is only slightly decreased.

C) Incorrect. Mild irritability during feedings is a symptom of discomfort but may not necessitate immediate reporting.

D) Incorrect. Occasional vomiting after feeds is a common symptom of gastroenteritis and may not necessitate immediate reporting.

A) Incorrect. While antidiarrheal medications can provide relief, they should be used with caution as they can potentially prolong the infection by preventing the body from expelling the infectious agent.

B) Correct. It's generally recommended to avoid using antidiarrheal medications in cases of infectious gastroenteritis, as they can impede the body's natural defense mechanism of expelling the infectious agent through diarrhea.

C) Incorrect. Antidiarrheal medications may be prescribed by a healthcare provider in specific cases, but they are not recommended as a first-line treatment for infectious gastroenteritis.

D) Incorrect. Antidiarrheal medications can be used in both children and adults, but they should be used with caution and under the guidance of a healthcare provider.