The nurse is doing some teaching about oral hygiene with a group of caregivers of toddlers. The nurse would most likely include which of the following statements in this teaching?
a. Caretakers need to physically assume some responsibility for effective teeth cleaning.
b. Children often do not like the taste of toothpaste, so allow them to use just water if they prefer.
c. Provide the child with a firm toothbrush with pointed bristles and floss.
d. Children do not need to see a dentist until they are around 5 years of age.
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A Correct: The nurse would most likely include the statement that caretakers need to physically assume some responsibility for effective teeth cleaning.
B Incorrect: The nurse would most likely not include the statement to encourage children to use toothpaste even if some of it is swallowed.
C Incorrect: The nurse would most likely not include the statement to provide the child with a firm toothbrush with pointed bristles and floss.
D Incorrect: The nurse would most likely not include the statement that children do not need to see a dentist until they are around 5 years of age.
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