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Review Question - QID 216584

Diarrhea Treatment Medical QID: 216584 (M2.OMB.4838)
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QID 216584 (Type "216584" in App Search)
A 30-year-old man presents to the emergency department with diarrhea. He states he has had profuse, watery diarrhea for the past 24 hours. He notes that eating and drinking make him defecate more, thus he has been refraining from drinking. He is otherwise healthy and takes no medications. His temperature is 97.7°F (36.5°C), blood pressure is 84/64 mmHg, pulse is 130/min, respirations are 17/min, and oxygen saturation is 99% on room air. Physical exam reveals dry mucous membranes with an otherwise benign exam. The patient is given 1L of normal saline and drinks 1L of oral fluids. His blood pressure is subsequently 120/70 mmHg and pulse 95/min. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?
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