An older patient has a significant amount of dental plaque. What can the nurse include when instructing the patient about brushing the teeth and gums?
1. Use a foam swab and brush three times a day for 3 to 4 minutes.
2. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush at bedtime and brush for 1 minute.
3. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and brush twice a day for 3 to 4 minutes.
4. Use a medium to hard-bristled toothbrush and brush twice a day for 3 to 4 minutes.
3
Rationale: Swabs are useful to moisten and cleanse oral mucosa but are ineffective in removing bacterial plaque.
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