A client has severe tinnitus that cannot be treated adequately. What action by the nurse is best?
a. Advise the client to take antianxiety medication.
b. Educate the client on nerve cutting procedures.
c. Refer the client to online or local support groups.
d. Teach the client side effects of furosemide (Lasix).
ANS: C
If the client's tinnitus cannot be treated, he or she will have to learn to cope with it. Referring the client to tinnitus support groups can be helpful. The other options are not warranted.
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