A pregnant woman states that she is concerned about her gums because she has noticed they are swollen and have started bleeding. What would be an appropriate response by the nurse?
a. "Your condition is probably due to a vitamin C deficiency."
b. "I'm not sure what causes swollen and bleeding gums, but let me know if it's not better in a few weeks."
c. "You need to make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible to have this checked."
d. "Swollen and bleeding gums can be caused by the change in hormonal balance in your system during pregnancy."
ANS: D
Gum margins are red and swollen and easily bleed with gingivitis. A changing hormonal balance may cause this condition to occur in pregnancy and puberty.
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