A client reports having a history of gingivitis. The nurse correctly recognizes that this condition may be caused by which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Thermal extremes
B) Poor oral hygiene
C) Heredity
D) Adverse reaction to medications
E) Bacteria
Ans: A, B, D, E
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The gums are made up of the oral mucosa, which covers the bone supporting the tooth; the alveolar bone, which forms sockets around the teeth; and the periodontal ligament, which joins the teeth to the bone. Inflammation in these tissues, called gingivitis or periodontitis, can be caused by local irritation from bacteria, plaque, tartar, and food impaction. Mechanical, chemical, or thermal extremes may also contribute to inflammation of the oral mucosa.
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