Select Four Client-Related Factors to Consider for Toothbrushing Instruction

question 19

Multiple Choice

Select four client-related factors to consider for toothbrushing instruction.

• A) Age
• B) Personal values
• C) Appropriateness of a power toothbrush
• D) Risk and susceptibility to disease
• E) Client's ability to tolerate stress of procedures planned
• F) Dexterity
• G) Time available to discuss toothbrushing

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