Question

Why are diarrhoea patients in hospitals usually given a glucose drip?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Glucose drip is also given when the patient is unable to take his food orally. Dehydration occurs when water and electrolytes are lost during diarrhea. 'Drip of Glucose' can be referred either to Intravenous infusion of Dextrose (which is a biologically active form of Glucose) or to any Intravenous Fluid.

Answer 2

Explanation:

glucose drip is also given when patient is unable to take food..when dehydration occurs and patient unable to take any intravenous fluids