The nurse in the care of her patients often overlooks Oral Hygiene.
11. Which of the following observation is most important to determine before providing oral hygiene to the unconscious patient?
A. Presence of a functioning gag reflex
B. Presence of dental carries or halitosis
C. Color, texture or bleeding of gums
D. Dryness or discolorization of the tongue
12. Miss Agnes is a 28-year old unconscious patient because of a head injury. When providing mouth care, the nurse should
A. position the patient on semi-fowler's position to prevent aspiration of secretion
B. position the patient on her back and use a padded tongue depressor to keep the teeth separated
C. position the patient in her crib and have suction equipment available to remove secretions
D. position the patient in a trendelenberg position to prevent aspiration of secretion
13. In caring for a patient with dentures, the nurse:
A. rinses dentures in cold water to promote client comfort
B. uses hot water to ensure thorough cleaning of denture
C. assists the client in brushing gums, palate and tongue
D. stores the denture in a client dry container
14. Which of the following oral hygiene products would place the patient at risk for oral problems?
A. Lemon-glycerin sponges
B. hydrogen peroxide with water fluoride toothpaste
C. KMNO4
15. Clients receiving radiation therapy is at risk for oral problems because radiation can cause:
A. nausea and taste changes
B. patient is unable to attend to personal hygiene needs
C. dysphagia and oral infection
D. dryness and soreness of the mouth
