Routine Assessment of Salivary Glands in Older Adults Is Accomplished

question 2

Multiple Choice

Routine assessment of salivary glands in older adults is accomplished by (select all that apply) :

• A) visual assessment of salivary gland ducts on mucosa opposite teeth No. 2 and No. 15.
• B) evaluation of symmetry of cheeks.
• C) palpation of salivary glands in floor of mouth.
• D) collection and assessment of stimulated saliva.
• E) microbiologic testing of saliva.
• F) verbal report of client about comfort in chewing and speaking with sufficient saliva.

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