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melly21297

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on: Jul 22, 2018
For a client with Mnire's disease whose nursing diagnosis is Risk for injury related to vertigo, which intervention is essential?
 
  a. Administer medications for vertigo when the symptoms begin.
  b. Avoid glaring, bright lights.
  c. Have a family member stay with the client at all times.
  d. Teach the client to ambulate slowly when moving around the room or the hallway.

Question 2

The client has a disorder that is characterized by the classic triad of tinnitus, vertigo, and unilateral fluctuating hearing loss. The nurse is aware that the client has which type of problem?
 
  a. acoustic neuroma c. otitis media
  b. Mnire's disease d. otosclerosis


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kswal303

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Mnire's disease is characterized by tinnitus, vertigo, and unilateral fluctuating hearing loss. Nausea, vomiting, or diaphoresis may occur. The cause is unknown. Medications are prescribed to control the symptoms, and avoiding glaring, bright lights can reduce the risk of injury.

Answer to Question 2

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Mnire's disease is characterized by tinnitus, vertigo, and unilateral fluctuating hearing loss. Nausea, vomiting, or diaphoresis may occur. The cause is unknown. Medications are prescribed to control the symptoms.


melly21297

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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