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Which choice of mouth care product or technique is best for the nurse to use every 2 hours when providing mouth care for the client with dehydration who has a dry, sticky mouth?
A.   A commercial, alcohol-based mouthwash
B.   A dilute solution of 50% hydrogen peroxide and 50% normal saline
C.   Lemon and glycerol swabs
D.   Warm tap water
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10 years ago
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Peroxide, glycerol, and alcohol all increase mouth dryness and their use should be limited for the client with a dry mouth. Tap water rinses can be used as often as the client wishes (for a conscious client).
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10 years ago
Thank you for this, it helped me understand it perfectly.
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10 years ago
Hey, no worries.
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