Kebersihan Mulut dan Keselesaan Pesakit

What can happen due to poor oral hygiene?

• Halitosis

• Dehydration

• Gum bleeding

• Sore throat

The following are the purposes of mouth washing EXCEPT

• Removing dental plaque

• Preventing infections in the mouth

• Increasing the patient's appetite

• Facilitating the patient in chewing food

When assisting a patient with oral hygiene, which action is appropriate?

• Brushing teeth once a week

• Using a hard-bristled brush

• Brushing teeth vigorously

• Providing regular oral care

Comfort can be defined as:

• The absence of pain or discomfort.

• A complete sense of well-being and safety.

• A state of physical, emotional, and psychological ease.

• The presence of luxury and relaxation.

Which of the following is a requirement for physical comfort?

• Emotional support.

• Pain management.

• Family counseling.

• Spiritual care.

Psychological comfort needs can be addressed by:

• Administering analgesics to relieve pain.

• Ensuring adequate ventilation in the room.

• Actively listening to the patient's concerns.

• Providing adequate nutrition and hydration.

Which nursing action ensures the patient's body temperature comfort?

• Providing extra blankets in a cold room.

• Encouraging the patient to drink warm fluids.

• Raising the patient's head.

• Changing the patient's position frequently.

What is the nurse's priority when addressing the patient's comfort needs?

• Ensuring the patient's environment is clean.

• Effectively treating pain and discomfort.

• Allowing family members to stay with the patient.

• Providing nutritious food and drinks.

Which nursing action ensures the patient's spiritual comfort is met?

• Acknowledging and respecting their spiritual or religious views.

• Using language that is understood when explaining procedures and care plans.

• Encouraging the patient to engage in diversional therapy.

• Allowing family members to stay with the patient.

What nursing intervention is needed to maintain the personal hygiene of Mrs. N, who is experiencing depression?

• Performing all hygiene activities for the patient.

• Carrying out hygiene activities according to her wishes.

• Assisting the patient in performing hygiene activities according to her needs.

• Fully involving family members in the patient's hygiene care.