Which assessment information is pertinent to oral health? (Select all that apply.)
a. Medication history
b. Dental history, visit frequency
c. Presence of halitosis
d. Amount of saliva present
e. Bowel sounds
ANS: A, B, C, D
Pertinent history for oral health includes current drug therapy and dental history and frequency. Halitosis may indicate poor oral hygiene or the presence of infection in the oral cavity. Reduced amount of saliva is a risk factor for injury and infection in the oral cavity. Bowel sounds are not pertinent information to oral health.
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