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leo leo

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on: Jul 22, 2018
While providing oral care to a patient, the nurse notes inflammation of the oral mucosa. This should be documented as:
 
  a. halitosis c. stomatitis
  b. pyorrhea d. gingivitis

Question 2

When bathing an elderly patient, the nurse must do all of the following EXCEPT
 
  a. handle skin carefully to avoid tearing or shearing the delicate tissue
  b. make sure the hearing aids, if needed, are in while bathing the head and neck area to be sure the patient can hear the nurse
  c. replace the eyeglasses, if necessary, after the bath to assist the patient in remaining independent
  d. protect the patient from hypothermia since elders are at high risk for hypothermia


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums. Halitosis is bad breath. Pyorrhea is periodontal disease. Stomatitis is inflammation of the oral mucosa.

Answer to Question 2

B
The nurse should handle the skin carefully to avoid tearing or shearing the delicate tissue. Make sure to check for hearing aids and remove them prior to bathing the head and neck area. Water can damage hearing aids. Be sure to replace items such as eyeglasses, call light, bedside lighting, and hearing aids after the bath to help the older patient remain independent. The nurse should also cover the patient with a towel to protect them from hypothermia.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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