You are the nurse caring for an adult patient who has developed a mild oral yeast infection following chemotherapy. What should you encourage the patient to do? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Use a lip lubricant
B) Scrub the tongue with a firm-bristled toothbrush
C) Use dental floss every 24 hours
D) Rinse the mouth with normal saline
E) Eat hot foods to aid in killing the yeast
Ans: A, C, D
Feedback: Stomatitis is an inflammation of the oral cavity. The patient should be encouraged to brush the teeth with a soft toothbrush after meals, use dental floss every 24 hours, rinse with normal saline, and use a lip lubricant. Mouthwashes and hot foods should be avoided.
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