A nurse is working with a group of older adult clients at a community health center. Several clients report growing concerns about their dental health.
They state they need to have dental work done despite continuing the same hygiene habits they have employed for years. They inquire about the underlying cause for these changes. Based on this data, which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) It is common for dental health to decline with aging.
B) Aging increases saliva production, which increase exposure of the tooth's enamel to corrosive agents.
C) A decrease in bone density is associated with aging, which can result in tooth decay and breakage.
D) Metabolic changes in aging contribute to dental destruction.
Question 2
A young school-age child is seen in a pediatric clinic for a well-child checkup. The parent tells the nurse that they live in the country and use well water.
Based on this data, which statement by the nurse is the priority when conducting client teaching?
A) Your child will need to use a teeth whitener in the future because well water is your primary water source.
B) Your child will need to be placed on a fluoride supplement because your primary water source is from a well.
C) I will recommend some mouthwashes that are appropriate for clients that drink well water.
D) It will be very important that your child does not eat sugary foods because you drink well water.
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