When teaching the patient with Ménière's disease about managing the disease, the nurse will stress:
1. limiting fluid intake.
2. avoiding use of alcohol and tobacco.
3. using antiemetics sparingly.
4. staying active during the day.
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Use of alcohol and tobacco products affect the amount of fluid in the middle ear, making the symptoms of Ménière's worse. The patient with Ménière's disease should drink adequate fluid, use antiemetics as needed, and conserve energy during the day.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application
REF: 1204, Patient Teaching Plan OBJ: 4 TOP: Ménière's Disease
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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