At a Well-Baby Visit,parents of a 6-Month-Old Ask When to Take

question 30

Multiple Choice

At a well-baby visit,parents of a 6-month-old ask when to take the infant for the first dental visit.The nurse's best response would be:

• A) "If the teeth are brushed regularly, the child should see a dentist by 3 years of age. "
• B) "The first dental visit should be arranged after the first tooth erupts. "
• C) "The child should have a dental examination when all deciduous teeth have erupted. "
• D) "A dental visit by 1 year of age is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. "

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