A client has Ménière's disease with frequent attacks. About what drugs does the nurse plan to teach the client? (Select all that apply.)
a. Broad-spectrum antibiotics
b. Chlorpromazine hydrochloride (Thorazine)
c. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
d. Meclizine (Antivert)
e. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
ANS: B, C, D
Drugs such as chlorpromazine, diphenhydramine, and meclizine can all be used to treat Ménière's disease. Antibiotics and NSAIDs are not used.
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