The perinatal nurse notes that a patient has the diagnosis of ptyalism. What topic should the nurse include in the patient's teaching plan?
A.
The benefits of acupuncture
B.
The need to eat more red meat
C.
The importance of strict vulvar hygiene
D.
The suggestion to suck on hard candy
ANS: D
Ptyalism is an excessive production of saliva. Possible helpful strategies include sucking on hard candy, brushing the teeth often, drinking plenty of water in small sips, and consuming small frequent meals with fewer starchy foods. Acupuncture can help with nausea and vomiting, vulvar hygiene would be recommended for leukorrhea, and eating more red meat may help with dietary insufficiencies.
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