Which recommendation does the nurse provide for the client with Ménière's disease who has periodic spells of vertigo?
a. "Avoid wearing high-heeled shoes."
b. "Put brightly colored rugs on the floor for visibility."
c. "Step on a sturdy chair to get items from high shelves."
d. "Wait to drive a car until after you have taken your Benadryl."
A
Clients with vertigo should wear low-heeled shoes with nonskid soles and tied laces to prevent injury. Brightly colored rugs would not help with safety concerns, especially if the rugs were throw rugs. Clients should use a stepstool with arms to reach items from high shelves, not just a sturdy chair. Diphenhydramine hydrochloride (Benadryl) may cause drowsiness, and clients should not drive after taking it.
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