Category: Physiological Adaptation The nurse is preparing to provide oral care for a 76-year-old female patient who is comatose following a cerebral hemorrhage. The patient is unable to manage her secretions and has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). To minimize the risk of aspiration and ensure proper oral hygiene, what should the nurse do? A. Frequently apply lemon glycerin swabs to moisturize the patient’s lips and oral mucosa. B. Brush the patient’s teeth while she is lying flat on her back to ensure a thorough cleaning. C. Position the patient in a side-lying position and lower the head of the bed before starting oral care. D. Use hydrogen peroxide to cleanse the patient’s mouth to eliminate bacteria and debris. E. Utilize a suction toothbrush to simultaneously remove plaque and oral secretions. F. Moisten the oral mucosa with water before and after oral care to maintain hydration
Category: Physiological Adaptation The nurse is preparing to provide oral care for a 76-year-old female patient who is comatose following a cerebral hemorrhage. The patient is unable to manage her secretions and has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). To minimize the risk of aspiration and ensure proper oral hygiene, what should the nurse do? A. Frequently apply lemon glycerin swabs to moisturize the patient’s lips and oral mucosa. B. Brush the patient’s teeth while she is lying flat on her back to ensure a thorough cleaning. C. Position the patient in a side-lying position and lower the head of the bed before starting oral care. D. Use hydrogen peroxide to cleanse the patient’s mouth to eliminate bacteria and debris. E. Utilize a suction toothbrush to simultaneously remove plaque and oral secretions. F. Moisten the oral mucosa with water before and after oral care to maintain hydration
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The nurse is preparing to provide oral care for a 76-year-old female patient who is comatose following a cerebral hemorrhage. The patient is unable to manage her secretions and has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). To minimize the risk of aspiration and ensure proper oral hygiene, what should the nurse do?
A. Frequently apply lemon glycerin swabs to moisturize the patient’s lips and oral mucosa.
B. Brush the patient’s teeth while she is lying flat on her back to ensure a thorough cleaning.
C. Position the patient in a side-lying position and lower the head of the bed before starting oral care.
D. Use hydrogen peroxide to cleanse the patient’s mouth to eliminate bacteria and debris.
E. Utilize a suction toothbrush to simultaneously remove plaque and oral secretions.
F. Moisten the oral mucosa with water before and after oral care to maintain hydration.
The nurse is preparing to provide oral care for a 76-year-old female patient who is comatose following a cerebral hemorrhage. The patient is unable to manage her secretions and has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). To minimize the risk of aspiration and ensure proper oral hygiene, what should the nurse do?
A. Frequently apply lemon glycerin swabs to moisturize the patient’s lips and oral mucosa.
B. Brush the patient’s teeth while she is lying flat on her back to ensure a thorough cleaning.
C. Position the patient in a side-lying position and lower the head of the bed before starting oral care.
D. Use hydrogen peroxide to cleanse the patient’s mouth to eliminate bacteria and debris.
E. Utilize a suction toothbrush to simultaneously remove plaque and oral secretions.
F. Moisten the oral mucosa with water before and after oral care to maintain hydration.
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