The nurse has completed teaching a group of nursing assistants on oral hygiene approaches for the older patient. Which statement indicates that additional instruction is needed?

1. "Patients should brush teeth twice daily."
2. "A toothbrush is a better tool than a foam swab."
3. "Hydrogen peroxide can be used as a mouth rinse."
4. "Tooth brushing should be done for 3 to 4 minutes."


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Rationale: Older patients should brush the teeth twice per day.

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