A client reports he has been gargling with hydrogen peroxide to manage halitosis. He questions the nurse about the amount and frequency of gargling. What information should be provided to the client?
A) Advise the client to suspend the practice.
B) Advise the client to gargle with the hydrogen peroxide only one time per day to reduce irritation.
C) Advise the client to dilute the hydrogen peroxide solution with water prior to gargling.
D) Encourage the client to mix the hydrogen peroxide with mouthwash for gargling.
A
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