Caring for Someone Who Has Vomited: A Step-by-Step Guide

Vomiting can indicate anything from a minor stomach bug to something more serious. The important thing is that you care for the sick person properly and be on the lookout for signs of a more serious ailment.

Things You'll Need

• Applesauce
• Bananas
• Rice
• clear liquids
• toast

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Instructions

• 1

  Stop giving food or liquids to anyone who has vomited. He or she should refrain from eating or drinking anything for approximately two hours.

• 2

  Give clear liquids after the two-hour period. The person should sip on things like water, ginger ale, 7-Up, broth, apple juice, Gatorade or ice chips in order to stay hydrated.

• 3

  Increase the liquids if the person does not continue vomiting.

• 4

  Slowly introduce the BRAT diet: bananas, rice, applesauce and toast.

• 5

  Gradually resume a normal diet 24 to 48 hours after the vomiting has ceased.