A nurse is teaching a client about good oral hygiene. What information should the nurse provide the client regarding oral hygiene and mouth care?
A) Floss forcefully to remove debris between teeth.
B) Practice oral hygiene to improve appetite and taste of food.
C) Use a small toothbrush for sensitive teeth and gums.
D) Moisten lips with water to prevent dryness.
B
Feedback:
The nurse should inform the client that good oral hygiene improves the appetite and the taste of food. Teeth should be flossed gently to remove food debris. Flossing forcefully could cause damage to the teeth or gums. Applicators or a tongue depressor wrapped in gauze, rather than a toothbrush, should be used for oral hygiene if teeth and gums are sensitive to touch or heat. Petroleum jelly should be applied to lips instead of water to prevent drying and cracking of lips.
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