The Client Has an Unmet Human Need for Responsibility for Oral

question 5

Multiple Choice

The client has an unmet human need for responsibility for oral health due to the client’s impaired physical ability as evidenced by the client verbalizing that it is painful to grip a toothbrush and floss since arthritis in the hands has worsened and the plaque free index score has decreased to 55% since last continued care visit. The dental hygienist, in collaboration with the client, set the following goal: the client will increase the plaque free index score to 85% by 7/12.
-Which of the following intervention strategies will best address this proposed goal?

• A) Educate client on the benefits of using a modified grip on a toothbrush and interdental aid.
• B) Review and reinforce client's oral self-care techniques with a modified grip toothbrush and interdental aid.
• C) Debride teeth of soft deposits.
• D) Reinforce the client's responsibility for daily oral self-care.

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