A Parent Calls the Emergency Department (ED)reporting a Front Tooth

question 10

Multiple Choice

A parent calls the emergency department (ED) reporting a front tooth completely knocked out of an adolescent's mouth while playing soccer.What information should the nurse provide? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Rinse the tooth in lukewarm tap water.
• B) Place the tooth in saline, milk, or water.
• C) Scrub the tooth with a disinfectant.
• D) Come to the ED within 1 hour.
• E) Prognosis is best if they are seen within 30 minutes.

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