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itsmyluck · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is preparing to provide a client with mouth care. What should the nurse do to ensure safe handling of the client's dentures?

1. Clean biting surfaces.
2. Place a washcloth in the bowl of the sink.
3. Replace the upper dentures first.
4. Rinse dentures thoroughly with hot water.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to shave a client. Which action step should the nurse consider when providing this care?

1. Assist the client to a prone position.
2. Pull the skin taut with the dominant hand.
3. Rinse the razor after each stroke.
4. Use long strokes.

bhavsar · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Rationale 1: Cleansing biting surfaces prevents bacteria, odor, and stain formation.
Rationale 2: Placing a washcloth in the bowl of the sink serves as a cushion for the dentures if accidentally dropped.
Rationale 3: Replacing the upper dentures first promotes comfort.
Rationale 4: Dentures should be rinsed thoroughly with tepid water, not hot water, because extreme temperatures will harm dentures.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Assist the client to a sitting positionnot a prone positionbecause this is a more natural position.
Rationale 2: The skin should be pulled taut with the nondominant handnot the dominant handbecause this provides uniform shaving.
Rationale 3: Rinsing the razor after each stroke keeps the cutting edge clean.
Rationale 4: Short strokes should be usednot long strokesbecause this provides for a closer shave without irritation.