Which lifestyle modification should the nurse suggest to the client with Ménière's disease to reduce the frequency or intensity of acute episodes?
A. "Stop or reduce cigarette smoking."
B. "Avoid aspirin or aspirin-containing drugs."
C. "Reduce the amount of saturated fats in your diet."
D. "Avoid crowds and people who have upper respiratory infections."
A
The vasoconstrictive effects of cigarette smoking reduce endolymph absorption and promote acute episodes of Ménière's disease.
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