When assisting a self-care client with denture care, which of these actions is MOST important for the nurse to take?
a. Help the client choose a toothpaste containing fluoride.
b. Pad the sink with a towel.
c. Encourage the client to brush the dentures from top to bottom.
d. Remove the top denture before the bottom denture.
B
In order to protect the dentures from accidental breakage, ensure the sink is padded with a towel.
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