When you're in the wilderness, the danger is multiplied by remoteness from medical facilities. Take care when giving food. Give only a very small amount. If an episode of diarrhea results, discontinue feeding. If you don't have commercial ORS, use a sports drink or improvise by dissolving 8 tsp.
Dehydration is the primary danger with diarrhea.
Make sure you're giving enough fluids that the sick person's urine is clear and copious, rather than yellow or orange. Unless diarrhea is of the more serious kind and evacuation is days away, avoid administering medications such as loperamide that stop up the gastrointestinal tract. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Inc. How things get done. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .