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SO00

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on: Jul 23, 2018
What statement is true regarding oral care of patients on anticoagulants?
 
  a. Use an electric toothbrush daily.
  b. Avoid oral care.
  c. Use mouthwash only.
  d. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush.

Question 2

Regarding denture care, what action by the nurse is inappropriate?
 
  a. Carrying the dentures to the sink wrapped in a paper towel.
  b. Placing a towel in the sink and brushing the dentures over the towel.
  c. Brushing the dentures as the nurse would the teeth of a conscious patient.
  d. Applying adhesive, then inserting upper and then lower dentures.


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morrie123456

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Oral care is important regardless of medication, but a soft-bristled toothbrush should be used related to increased risk of bleeding for any patient on an anticoagulant. An electric toothbrush is too aggressive, and mouthwash is not adequate.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Dentures should not be wrapped in a paper towel; they should be placed in the denture cup to carry them to the sink. The towel prevents the dentures from being damaged if the teeth are dropped. The nurse can brush the dentures as she would the teeth of a conscious patient. Apply denture adhesive (if used) and insert the dentures, inserting first the upper and then the lower plates, using 4-  4-inch gauze.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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:D TYSM

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