Vomiting and

diarrhea.
I am an HSE Professional. So, I have
to conduct training on First-Aid also.
Vomiting and diarrhoea can cause
the body to lose vital fluids and
salts.
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Vomiting and diarrhoea

Causes diarrhoea and

vomiting:
Diarrhoea and vomiting are usually caused by irritation to the
digestive system.

Vomiting and diarrhoea can occur separately or together, but

both can cause the body to lose vital fluids and salts. The aim
is to prevent dehydration by giving frequent sips of water,
even if the casualty is vomiting.

Cleanliness and good hand hygiene help prevent the spread

of infectious diarrhoea.
 Signs and symptoms
Look for:

 feeling sick
 vomiting, and later diarrhoea
 stomach pains
 fever.

Treatment.
1. Reassure the casualty. Get them to sit down and make
sure they are comfortable.

o If the casualty is vomiting, give them a warm damp

cloth to wipe their face and keep reassuring them.

2. When the casualty has stopped vomiting, give them sips

of water or unsweetened fruit juice. You can also give them
an oral rehydration solution.

3. When the casualty is feeling hungry again, advise them

to eat foods that are easily digested, such as bread, pasta or
potatoes for the first 24 hours.

o If you are concerned about a casualty's condition,

particularly if they are a child or an older person or if
the vomiting and diarrhoea persists, seek medical advice.
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