What is the priority nursing diagnosis for the client with Ménière's disease during an acute attack?
A. Acute Pain related to presence of inflammation
B. Risk for Aspiration related to excessive vomiting
C. Risk for Injury related to impaired sense of balance
D. Deficient Knowledge of prevention measures
C
During an acute episode, clients with Ménière's disease experience an altered perception of bal-ance and are at risk for falling. In addition, many clients have nausea and vomiting, which are distressing but do not increase the risk for aspiration. Pain is not associated with Ménière's dis-ease. Teaching preventive techniques is not appropriate during an acute attack.
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