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laurencescou

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What should the nurse use for mouth care in an older patient who is unable to perform teeth brushing independently?
 
  1. Nystatin
  2. Chlorhexidine (Peridex)
  3. Lemon and glycerin swabs
  4. Undiluted hydrogen peroxide

Question 2

An older patient is experiencing mouth pain rated 6 on a 10 point pain scale. What action should the nurse take first?
 
  1. Medicate the patient with a prescribed mild analgesic.
  2. Carefully inspect the patient's mouth, teeth, and tongue.
  3. Notify the physician in charge about the patient's problem.
  4. Instruct the patient to begin rinsing the mouth with an isotonic solution.



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Nystatin is an antifungal agent, which is used to treat oral candidiasis.

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Rationale: The nurse should not medicate the patient for complaints of mouth pain until the source of the pain can be determined.




laurencescou

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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