Meniere's Syndrome Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
What is meniere’s
A
Inner ear disorder
2
Q
What are Meniere’s symptoms
A
Tinnitus
Unilateral hearing loss
Dizzy
3
Q
What are Meniere’s causes
A
Viral and bacterial infections and allergic reactions
4
Q
Describe Meniere’s attack
A
Severe, sudden may cause permanent hearing loss
N/V can also be present
5
Q
What is the best environment for a client with this disease
A
Bed rest in a quiet room
Sedatives may help keep calm
Quiet music for tinnitus.
Move head and body SLOWLY
6
Q
Meniere’s is surgery needed?
A
Severe causes a removal of the labyrinth in the ear is performed
7
Q
Meniere’s diet
A
Low sodium to reduce fluid in ear
8
Q
What causes Meniere’s to get worse
A
Smoking, infections, high salt diet
9
Q
Treatment for Meniere’s
A
Diuretic meds
