A middle-aged female with Meniere’s Disease is hospitalized for another condition. During her stay, she has a severe attack of Meniere’s. Which of these assistive devices would be least helpful to implement into your care plan?

Because Meniere’s Disease is a condition that causes dizziness, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and hearing loss, the shower chair, walker, and personal sound amplifier would all be helpful devices to allow this patient maximum independence during her hospitalization. A utensil cuff is helpful for someone who has weakness or difficulty holding utensils due to contracture/deformity. Therefore, it would not be helpful in this patient’s case.