Which of the following patients in your assignment will probably need special oral hygiene?
A. Mrs. Jumer, an unconscious patient with nasal oxygen and a gastrostomy tube
B. Mr. Heckendorf, a confused patient with a hip fracture who is receiving PT
C. Miss Luna, a 22-year-old patient who had knee surgery this morning
D. Dr. Pullman, a confused patient who bathes and dresses with supervision
Answer: A
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