The home care nurse is planning to visit a "PT" with Meniere's disease. The nurse reviews the physician prescriptions and expects to note that which of the following dietary measures is prescribed?
A) A low-fiber diet with decreased fluids
B) A low-sodium diet and fluid restriction
C) A low-fat diet with restriction of citrus fruit
D) A low-Carbohydrate diet and the elimination of red meats
Ans: B) A low-sodium diet and fluid restriction
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