Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
The client has dentures, including both upper and lower plates. Which technique should the nurse use to correctly perform oral hygiene for this client?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
C: Grasping the upper plate and moving it breaks the suction that holds the plate on the roof of the client's mouth. A: Removing denture plates is a clean procedure, and sterile gloves are not necessary. B: Removing the denture plates with a foam swab to pry the plate could injure the client. D: Dentures must be removed to properly clean the client's mouth and the dentures.