The Nurse Learns That an Elderly Patient with Ill-Fitting Dentures

question 3

Multiple Choice

The nurse learns that an elderly patient with ill-fitting dentures has been using an over-the-counter preparation for a gum sore over the last month. Which of the following should the nurse instruct this patient to do?

• A)Make an appointment to see the physician.
• B)Continue to use the preparation.
• C)Change the preparation.
• D)Stop wearing the dentures.

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