The nurse is instructing a patient who has a hearing and balance disorder. What should be included in these instructions?
Select all that apply.
1. Change positions slowly.
2. Turn the whole body, rather than just the head.
3. Stand very still with the onset of vertigo.
4. Increase pace of ambulation.
5. Avoid reclining while taking antivertigo medication.
Correct Answer: 1, 2
The patient should be instructed to change positions slowly, especially when ambulating; turn the whole body rather than just the head; sit down immediately with the onset of vertigo and lie down if possible; and take prescribed antiemetic and anti-vertigo medications. It is not necessary to avoid reclining while taking antivertigo medication.
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