Practice Tool
Because diarrhea and other symptoms are common to many pathogens, their clinical presentation may not tell you all you need to know for GI concerns. The Gastrointestinal Infection Array aims to solve the problems of traditional GI pathogen detection methods.
Clinical Pathways
Gastroenteritis and Dehydration – Acute
This clinical pathway describes the management of Acute Gastroenteritis and dehydration in the emergency department.
Gastroenteritis and Dehydration – Acute
This clinical pathway describes the management of Acute Gastroenteritis and dehydration in the inpatient care setting.
Gastroenteritis and Dehydration – Acute
This clinical pathway describes the management of Acute Gastroenteritis and dehydration in the urgent care.
Helping Hands
Diarrhea
Diarrhea (loose, watery bowel movements) is a common problem in young children. It is usually caused by a virus. It can also be caused by bacteria, something that the child eats or drinks (like too much fruit juice) or starting a new medicine. It rarely means a child has a serious illness.
Food Poisoning
When people eat tainted food, they can develop anything from a mild illness to a serious disease. Germs that cause food poisoning include Campylobacter, E-Coli, Salmonella and Shigella.
Stool Collection Guidelines
Your child’s stool (bowel movement) must be tested so we can plan the treatment for your child. You will need to collect the stool specimen at home. Bring it to a Laboratory Service Center. This stool specimen will be examined and a report will be sent to your doctor.