The Primary Treatment for Viral Gastroenteritis Is

Question

The primary treatment for viral gastroenteritis is
A) fever reducers.
B) antiviral medications.
C) antitoxins.
D) rehydration therapy.
E) antidiarrheal medication.

Accepted Answer

The primary treatment for viral gastroenteritis is rehydration therapy, which involves replacing fluids lost due to diarrhea and vomiting to prevent dehydration. Fever reducers and antidiarrheal medications may be used to alleviate symptoms, but they do not address the root cause of the illness. There are currently no effective antiviral medications or antitoxins for most viruses that cause gastroenteritis.