The president of the Parent-Teacher Association asks the school nurse about the appropriateness of sponsoring a health fair that focuses on oral health for school-age children. Which of the following statements indicates the nurses correct understanding of this issue?
a. Dental problems are not as prevalent a problem as asthma, so you might want to consider a health fair about respiratory problems instead.
b. Over 40% of children age 2 to 11 have dental caries, so a health fair that focuses on oral care is very appropriate.
c. Children are not usually receptive to learning about dental care, so the topic is not the best choice for a health fair.
d. This is not an appropriate focus for a health fair because the incidence of dental caries has dropped dramatically due to the use of sealants.
Answer: b. Over 40% of children age 2 to 11 have dental caries, so a health fair that focuses on oral care is very appropriate.
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