When cleaning dentures, you should
A) brush them in the patient's mouth.
B) hold firmly and brush all surfaces.
C) soak them in antiseptic solution.
D) scrub well using hot water and toothpaste.
B
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A gerontologic nurse has observed that patients often fail to adhere to a therapeutic regimen. What strategy should the nurse adopt to best assist an older adult in adhering to a therapeutic regimen involving wound care?
A) Demonstrate a dressing change and allow the patient to practice. B) Provide a detailed pamphlet on a dressing change. C) Verbally instruct the patient how to change a dressing and check for comprehension. D) Delegate the dressing change to a trusted family member.
A woman has been told she has cervical polyps. Which statement by the client indicates a good understanding of the teaching the nurse provided?
a. "I hope my polyp doesn't turn cancerous like colon polyps can." b. "These can be removed easily in the doc-tor's office with little pain." c. "I will need to have more frequent screening for cervical cancer." d. "I will need to finish all my medication before having sex again."
In teaching a patient with a new eye prosthesis on how to care for his eye, the nurse informs the patient that: (Select all that apply.)
a. the artificial eye should be checked at least twice a year. b. the artificial eye should be cleansed daily using an alcohol product. c. an artificial eye usually is replaced every 5 years. d. if the prosthesis is not to be reinserted, it should be wrapped in a dry sterile towel.
A woman who is pregnant is taking an anticonvulsant medication to treat a seizure disorder. The nurse will ensure that the patient takes which dietary supplement toward the end of her pregnancy?
a. Folate (folic acid) b. Iron c. Vitamin C d. Vitamin K