Myra Johnson Myra is a healthy, active 83-year-old woman who is conscientious about healthy eating and exercise. She read about the many health benefits from using aloe to detox and decided to give it...

Myra Johnson Myra is a healthy, active 83-year-old woman who is conscientious about healthy eating and exercise. She read about the many health benefits from using aloe to detox and decided to give it a try. Over a period of diligent use, she developed diarrhea but passed it off as part of the detox process. Her family took her to the emergency department when she exhibited what they thought were signs of a stroke: weakness, exhaustion, and delirium. What may be causing her symptoms? Recall Myra. She lost excessive amounts of fluid from diarrhea Unfolding and is diagnosed with dehydration. Why didn't she feel thirsty as Case she became dehydrated? Think of Myra. The speed with which her food moved through the GI tract interfered with the absorption of fluid, electrolytes, and nutrients. She was given IV replacement fluid, an antidiar- rheal medication, and oral fluids. What should Myra understand about the need for "detox" and its potential risks? Recall Myra. Her fluid and electrolyte status was the immediate priority. However, general malabsorption of nutrients also oc- curred due to the diarrheal effect of the aloe. What would you tell Myra about what she should eat and how much fluid she should consume? What strategies may help her drink enough fluid given that she doesn't experience thirst? Consider Myra. Which fluids should she be encouraged to use Unfolding to satisfy her fluid recommendation? Would more than 8 glass of Case fluid a day be excessive?