The nurse is teaching children about teeth brushing and flossing. Which of the following statements can 11- to 12-year-olds best relate to and are more likely to agree with?

a. "Bad kids fail to brush their teeth as they are told, and they won't floss either."
b. "Your teeth are going to rot and fall out if you don't brush them at least twice a day and floss them before bedtime."
c. "The dentist will be mad at you if you don't brush your teeth twice a day and floss before you go to bed at night."
d. "The right thing to do is to take care of your teeth by brushing at least twice a day and flossing before bedtime."


D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This statement is not the one 11- to 12-year-old children can best relate to and are more likely to agree with.
B Incorrect: This statement is not the one 11- to 12-year-old children can best relate to and are more likely to agree with.
C Incorrect: This statement is not the one 11- to 12-year-old children can best relate to and are more likely to agree with.
D Correct: 11- to 12-year-old children can best relate to and are more likely to agree with the statement "The right thing to do is to take care of your teeth by brushing at least twice a day and flossing before bedtime." At this age they may agree with suggestions in order to do the "right thing".

Nursing

You might also like to view...

When preparing to assess a client's blood pressure, the nurse observes for indications to using the client's thigh for and standard stethoscope, such as:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply

1. Unilateral mastectomy 2. Intravenous infusions in both arms 3. Burns on upper body, including shoulders or hands 4. Bilateral mastectomy 5. Arteriovenous fistula

Nursing

A nurse explains to a patient the gate control theory of pain. Where does the perception of pain originate in the gate control theory?

a. Large arteries b. Vena cava c. Large nerve fibers d. Small nerve fibers

Nursing

A wellness center nurse teaches a class of older adults about healthy habits. Which of the following interventions will make a difference in the clients' lives and as such be included by the nurse?

A) Avoid alcohol consumption. B) Avoid fried foods and red meats. C) Avoid secondhand smoke. D) Avoid sunlight.

Nursing

A nursing instructor is teaching a group of students about the action of antipyretic agents in children. The instructor determines that the teaching has been successful when the students identify which action as the primary action?

A) Cause vasodilation to promote heat loss B) Decrease the temperature set point C) Block release of histamine D) Promote prostaglandin production

Nursing