Chapter 1: Clinical Overview
Chapter 1 complete
In this chapter, you learnt how to:
1. recognise common diarrhoea symptoms
2. identify signs of dehydration
3. understand common causes
4. recognise referral triggers
5. understand the main pharmacy treatment options
6. explain why oral rehydration comes first
7. provide practical food, fluid and hygiene advice
In Chapter 2, you will apply this knowledge during a counselling conversation with a customer.
List of references:
Community Pharmacy Australia and New Zealand – 4th Edition: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment. Newby D, Rutter P. Elsevier Australia. Diarrhoea chapter.
Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary and Handbook. Pharmaceutical Society of Australia. Treatment guidelines for pharmacists: Diarrhoea, last updated 28 November 2024.