1) A young school-age child is seen in a pediatric clinic for a well-child checkup. The
parent tells the nurse that they live in the country and use well water. Based on this
data, which statement by the nurse is the priority when conducting client teaching?
A) "Your child will need to use a teeth whitener in the future because well water is your
primary water source."
B) "Your child will need to be placed on a fluoride supplement because your primary
water source is from a well."
C) "I will recommend some mouthwashes that are appropriate for clients who drink well
water."
D) "It will be very important that your child does not eat sugary foods because you drink
well water." - Answer B) "Your child will need to be placed on a fluoride supplement
because your primary water source is from a well."
2) The portion of the tooth that wears away, allowing dental decay, is the
A) pulp cavity.
B) enamel.
C) gingiva.
D) root. - Answer B) enamel.
3) A nurse is caring for a client in the intensive care unit who is intubated and
mechanically ventilated. Upon assessment, the nurse notes the client has cheilosis.
Based on this data, which is the priority intervention for this client?
A) Checking for ill-fitting dentures
B) Suggesting an increase in fluid intake
C) Providing oral care
D) Lubricating the lips using an antimicrobial ointment - Answer D) Lubricating the lips
using an antimicrobial ointment
4) A nurse is caring for a client with glossitis secondary to nutritional deficiencies. Based
on this data, which is the priority focus of this client's care?
A) Upper lip
B) Upper teeth
C) Uvula
D) Tongue - Answer D) Tongue
5) A pediatric nurse is caring for a toddler at a well-child clinic. When providing
education regarding the client's oral health, which topics are appropriate for the nurse to
include? Select all that apply.
A) Instructions on avoiding prolonged bottle feeding during naps and at bedtime.
B) Instructions on brushing the client's teeth once daily.
C) Hazards of fluoride use in tooth development.