A nurse who works for a pediatric clinic is preparing a 13-year-old patient with strep throat for the health care provider. Which of the following is the most important patient teaching informa-tion to prevent re-infection?
a. "Replace your toothbrush."
b. "Floss thoroughly after each meal."
c. "Store your toothbrush with a toothbrush cover."
d. "Gargle with antiseptic mouthwash."
A
Instruct patients to obtain a new toothbrush every 3 months or after a cold or strep throat to mi-nimize growth of microorganisms on the brush surfaces. Avoid using toothbrush covers, which can create a moist enclosed environment that promotes bacterial growth. Dental flossing removes plaque and tartar between teeth. Instruct patients that flossing once a day is recommended. When teaching patients about mouth care, recommend that they not share toothbrushes with family members or drink directly from a bottle of mouthwash. Cross-contamination occurs easily. Antiseptic mouthwash is recommended for general use, but does not have an effect on the reinfection of strep.
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