A hospitalized client has Ménière's disease. What menu selections demonstrate good knowledge of the recommended diet for this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
a. Chinese stir fry with vegetables
b. Broiled chicken breast
c. Chocolate espresso cookies
d. Deli turkey sandwich and chips
e. Green herbal tea with meals
ANS: B, E
The diet recommendations for Ménière's disease include low-sodium, caffeine-free foods and fluids distributed evenly throughout the day. Plenty of water is also needed. The broiled chicken breast and herbal tea are the best selections. The stir fry is high in sodium and possibly monosodium glutamate (MSG, also not recommended). The cookies have caffeine, and the sandwich and chips are high in sodium.
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