An older patient has dentures and tells the nurse that she has not seen the dentist for years. What is the best advice the nurse should provide the patient?
A) Visit the dentist periodically to replace the dental appliance
B) Visit the dentist regularly if she wears his dentures everyday
C) Make an emergency dental visit if she notices a problem with the gums
D) Schedule regular visits with the dentist to monitor for lesions and fit of the dental appliance
D
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Older adults commonly misunderstand their need for dental care once they have dental appliances. The nurse should correct this misconception and encourage the patient to have routine dental examinations. The dental appliance may or may not need to be replaced. The patient should see the dentist regularly whether or not the dentures are worn every day. If the patient visits the dentist regularly, a problem with the gums could be avoided.
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