Author: Krenzer, Maureen E.
Title: Viral Gastroenteritis in the Adult Population The GI Peril Cord-id: rsta3yxp Document date: 2012_12_31
ID: rsta3yxp
Snippet: Viral gastroenteritis is extremely common, causing millions of cases of diarrhea in all age groups worldwide. Norovirus has been identified as the leading cause of viral gastroenteritis in the adult population. The combination of a low infectious dose, viral shedding before and for weeks after illness, and resistance to temperatures from freezing to 60°C and to many common household cleaners makes norovirus a winter peril. Mild disease requires symptomatic treatment alone. Complicated cases dev
Document: Viral gastroenteritis is extremely common, causing millions of cases of diarrhea in all age groups worldwide. Norovirus has been identified as the leading cause of viral gastroenteritis in the adult population. The combination of a low infectious dose, viral shedding before and for weeks after illness, and resistance to temperatures from freezing to 60°C and to many common household cleaners makes norovirus a winter peril. Mild disease requires symptomatic treatment alone. Complicated cases develop severe dehydration and hypovolemia, requiring the skills of critical care nurses to meet the challenges of care. This article addresses diagnosis and prevention strategies.
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