Several older adult clients in the nurse's care report growing concerns about their dental health. They state they need to have dental work done despite continuing the same hygiene habits they have employed for years
They inquire about the underlying cause for these changes. What information should be given to these clients? 1. Dental health begins to decline with aging.
2. The loss of bone density with aging will result in tooth decay and breakage.
3. Increases in saliva production increase exposure of the tooth's enamel to corrosive agents.
4. Metabolism changes in aging contribute to dental destruction.
2. The loss of bone density with aging will result in tooth decay and breakage.
Rationale:
The changes in bone health from aging will impact dental health. Simply stating that aging causes problems does not meet the client's request for information on an underlying cause. Saliva production decreases with aging. Metabolic changes have not led to the changes.
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