A Patient Wants to Put in His Dentures After Not

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient wants to put in his dentures after not wearing them for several days.Which intervention by the nurse minimizes the risk of gum irritation that can lead to infection?

• A) Store the dentures in a clean, dry container.
• B) Scrub the dentures with medicated toothpaste.
• C) Check to see that the dentures are a snug fit.
• D) Use dental floss to clean between each tooth.

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