When Examining a Patient's Gums,the Nurse Would Do Which of the Following

question 22

Multiple Choice

When examining a patient's gums,the nurse would do which of the following? Select all that apply.

• A) Instruct the patient to open the mouth.
• B) Observe dentures or orthodontics for fit.
• C) Remove any dentures or removable orthodontia.
• D) Shine the penlight in the mouth.
• E) Use the right index finger to move the tongue to visualize the gums.
• F) Observe for redness, swelling, bleeding, retraction from the teeth, or
• Discoloration.

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