Oral Hygiene and Care Quiz

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What will take place over the next two weeks?

Performance Testing

During Week #11, what will the groups do?

Switch activities

Where can students find guidelines for performance testing?

On their shell

What is one of the learning objectives for Week #9?

Discuss factors that affect nutritional intake and status Signup and view all the answers

What does the Canadian Nutrition Screening Tool (CNST) help assess?

Nutritional risk Signup and view all the answers

What does the Canadian Dietary Guidelines for Health Professionals and Policy Makers emphasize?

Emphasizing food skills Signup and view all the answers

What is included in a balanced nutritional intake?

Low sodium and high potassium Signup and view all the answers

What does the dietary history assessment include?

Chemical substances Signup and view all the answers

How do nurses promote appetite for visually impaired clients?

Providing oral hygiene Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the nutrition assessment process?

Laboratory tests Signup and view all the answers

What do professional standards like Canada's Food Guide provide?

Guidelines for nurses in nutrition assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is included in diet progression and therapeutic diets?

Thickened liquid diet Signup and view all the answers

What do cultural considerations in nutrition include?

Religious dietary restrictions Signup and view all the answers

What do nurses integrate when assessing nutrition?

Knowledge from various disciplines and patient input Signup and view all the answers

What do the Canadian Dietary Guidelines for Health Professionals and Policy Makers emphasize in terms of food?

Promote food skills Signup and view all the answers

What does a balanced nutritional intake include in terms of fats?

Low saturated and trans fats Signup and view all the answers

What are the feeding strategies for patients with dementia?

Verbal encouragement, determining favorite foods, and providing a quiet environment Signup and view all the answers

What is dysphagia?

Difficulty swallowing and increases the risk of aspiration pneumonia Signup and view all the answers

What are the warning signs of dysphagia?

Coughing, abnormal movements of the mouth, and delayed swallowing Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of aspiration pneumonia?

Elevated respiratory rate, fever, cough, and chest pain Signup and view all the answers

What are the feeding strategies for patients with dysphagia?

Elevation of head, verbal coaching, and thickening of food Signup and view all the answers

What is aspiration?

Misdirection of secretions or gastric contents into the respiratory tract Signup and view all the answers

What are the emergency procedures for airway obstruction?

Stopping feeding immediately and calling for help Signup and view all the answers

What does assessment for oral care involve?

Evaluating risk for aspiration, oral problems, and safety precautions for the caregiver Signup and view all the answers

Why is brushing and flossing essential for oral care?

Removing plaque, stimulating appetite, and reducing the risk of gum disease Signup and view all the answers

What does denture care involve?

Assessing fit, handling carefully, and storing properly to prevent warping and facilitate insertion Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for individuals with dryness and inflammation of the oral mucosa?

Increased hydration, more frequent mouth care, and water-soluble lubricants Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for those with stomatitis/xerostomia?

Gentle brushing, flossing, increased frequency of oral hygiene, and application of water-soluble lubricants Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for caring for a client living with dementia?

Assessing abilities, functional difficulties, and mouth, and using techniques like distraction, a two-person approach, and hand-over-hand technique for oral care Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for unconscious clients in terms of oral hygiene?

Cleaning the mouth using a brush or toothette every 2 hours and checking the policy for using chlorhexidine Signup and view all the answers

What are older adults at risk for in terms of oral hygiene?

Poor oral hygiene due to factors such as edentulism, weakened periodontal membrane, chronic illnesses, ill-fitting dentures, weaker jaw muscles, age-related decline in saliva secretion, poor nutritional status, and limited access to dental care Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to inadequate dental care for some older adults?

Financial limitations, low income, and lack of transportation Signup and view all the answers

What does the text cover in relation to meal assistance, dysphagia, and aspiration risk?

Creating a safe environment and appropriate actions for clients Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of examining the oral cavity for pocketing?

To assess for food accumulation and potential aspiration risk Signup and view all the answers

What are appropriate nurse responses to client requests?

Responding promptly and addressing the client's needs Signup and view all the answers

What specific actions should be taken prior to feeding a client with dysphagia?

Assessing the client's swallowing ability and following appropriate feeding techniques Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Oral Hygiene and Care for Various Health Conditions

Risk factors for oral hygiene problems include inability to perform oral hygiene effectively, dehydration, presence of tubes, medications, trauma to the mouth, immunosuppression, age-related changes, unconsciousness, diabetes, and chemotherapy.
For mucosal changes associated with aging and certain drugs, more frequent mouth care and anti-infective agents are recommended.
For individuals with dryness and inflammation of the oral mucosa, increased hydration, more frequent mouth care, and water-soluble lubricants are advised.
Those with stomatitis/xerostomia are recommended to practice gentle brushing and flossing, increase the frequency of oral hygiene, and apply water-soluble lubricants to lips, while avoiding alcohol, commercial mouthwash, and smoking.
Caring for a client living with dementia involves assessing abilities, functional difficulties, and mouth, and using techniques like distraction, a two-person approach, and hand-over-hand technique for oral care.
Unconscious clients are susceptible to drying of mucous-thickened saliva and require careful positioning, mouth cleaning, and monitoring of salivary secretions.
Oral hygiene for the unconscious client involves cleaning the mouth using a brush or toothette every 2 hours and checking the policy for using chlorhexidine.
Performing mouth care for the unconscious client or debilitated patient requires extra care due to the increased risk of aspiration pneumonia, dry inflamed oral mucosa, and the need to protect the airway.
Older adults are at risk for poor oral hygiene due to factors such as edentulism, weakened periodontal membrane, chronic illnesses, ill-fitting dentures, weaker jaw muscles, age-related decline in saliva secretion, poor nutritional status, and limited access to dental care.
Financial limitations, low income, and lack of transportation contribute to inadequate dental care for some older adults.
The text includes questions related to meal assistance, dysphagia, and aspiration risk, with a focus on creating a safe environment and appropriate actions for clients.
The questions also cover the purpose of examining the oral cavity for pocketing, appropriate nurse responses to client requests, and specific actions to take prior to feeding a client with dysphagia.