When moisturizing a patient’s face, what kinds of products should a nursing assistant use?
shaving creamsoap and watermoisturizing lotion✔ talcum powder
When should a nursing assistant select an electric shaver instead of a safety razor to shave a patient’s face? Check all that apply.when a patient has problems healingwhen a patient is taking antibioticswhen a patient is taking anticoagulant drugswhen a visitor brings an electric shaverwhen a patient prefers an electric shaver
Why should a nursing assistant place a towel under a patient’s face before shaving?
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patient preferenceblood flow✔ hair growththe jaw bone
Which are benefits of oral care? Check all that apply.improves breathingreduces the occurrence of cavitiesimproves the ability to taste foodreduces the frequency of headachesreduces mouth odorsreduces the risk of periodontal disease
What causes erosion of the surface of teeth?
Why is it important for nursing assistants to raise a patient’s bed prior to providing oral care?
Which items should a nursing assistant collect before providing a patient with oral care? Check all that apply.shower chairtoothbrush with soft bristlescup of cool watergloveskidney basinspoon
When brushing a patient’s teeth, what should a nursing assistant do immediately before applying toothpaste to a toothbrush?
What kind of toothbrush bristles should be used to brush a patient’s teeth?
What is the purpose of flossing a patient’s teeth?
Which items are used to provide oral care to unconscious patients? Check all that apply.sponge swabspadded tongue bladetoothpastecleaning agentcup with cool waterlubricant for lipsbreath mint
How should a nursing assistant secure a piece of dental floss on each gloved hand?
How can nursing assistants prevent aspiration when providing oral care to unconscious patients? Check all that apply.Make sure the patient is not wearing dentures.Position the patient on his or her side.Place a breathing tube in the patient’s throat.Remove a patient’s IV.Use a small amount of fluid when cleaning a patient’s mouth.
Why should nursing assistants remind patients not to wrap their dentures in napkins?
Where should dentures be stored when a patient is not wearing them?
What should nursing assistants place on the skin for several minutes prior to shaving?
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