Mouth care of the unconscious patient

Front

What is the first step before performing mouth care?

Back

Wash hands

Front

What position should the patient be in for mouth care?

Back

Fowler's position

Front

What should be placed under the patient before starting mouth care?

Back

A chuck

Front

What is used to keep the patient's mouth open during the procedure? A toothbrush, A finger, A spoon, A padded tongue blade

Back

A padded tongue blade

Front

What should be checked in the patient's mouth before starting the cleaning?

Back

Sores, redness, or white patches

Front

What is the preferred cleaning tool for patients in a coma?

Back

Glycerin swabs

Front

How many glycerin swabs are used during the procedure?

Back

Four

Front

What is the final step in the mouth care procedure? Options: Removing gloves, Washing hands, Raising the side rail, Recording and reporting

Back

Recording and reporting

Front

What should be done with the kidney basin after the procedure?

Back

Remove and clean up

Front

What is given back to the patient at the end of the procedure? Options: Their call light and phone, A new set of clothes, A glass of water, Their meal

Back

Their call light and phone