The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Tube

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a tube feeding in the morning and is preparing to give oral care. Which of the following would be the best way to give oral care based on the case study presented in the evidence-based practice chapter?

• A)Use mouthwash and toothettes to swab the teeth and mouth three times a day.
• B)Have the patient use swish-and-swallow Nystatin twice a day.
• C)Increase oral suctioning to every 2 hours using toothette suction devices.
• D)Use a soft toothbrush and toothpaste to brush the teeth.

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