Frustrated by her worsening tinnitus, a 55-year-old female client has sought care. Which of the following teaching points should the clinician provide to the client?
A) "I know this can be very difficult to live with, but it normally fades over time."
B) "I will prescribe some medication that will probably help quite well."
C) "This might be a sign of a more serious neurologic problem that we will assess for."
D) "Initially, there are some changes in your diet that you should implement."
Ans: D
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Tinnitus is not necessarily self-limiting, although it is not normally an indicator of neurologic disease. Pharmacologic treatments are limited, but dietary changes have met with success in many clients.
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