A young school-age child is seen in a pediatric clinic for a well-child checkup. The parent tells the nurse that they live in the country and use well water
Based on this data, which statement by the nurse is the priority when conducting client teaching?
A) "Your child will need to use a teeth whitener in the future because well water is your primary water source."
B) "Your child will need to be placed on a fluoride supplement because your primary water source is from a well."
C) "I will recommend some mouthwashes that are appropriate for clients that drink well water."
D) "It will be very important that your child does not eat sugary foods because you drink well water."
Answer: B
Teeth whitener or special mouthwashes are not required for a child who drinks well water. Inquire about use of fluoride if the water supply is not fluoridated. Well water does not contain fluoride. Refraining from sugary foods is not necessary just because the child's primary drinking source is from a well. While the nurse may teach about the effect of sugary foods on teeth, the priority would be to teach about fluoride, since this family's water supply does not provide it.
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