Mouth Care

Question 1

Supplies:

Answer 1

-gloves
-2 paper towels
-toothbrush and toothpaste
-2 cups
-trash

Question 2

Before you begin:

Answer 2

-CC script
-gather supplies
-wash hands and put gloves on
-check body position
-ask if client would like client protection

Question 3

Brushing teeth:

Answer 3

-wet toothbrush and add toothpaste
-stand off to side of C
-using circular motion brush fronts and sides of teeth
-assist C rinse
-assist C spit in other cup
-ask if C would like tongue brushed
- ask if they’d like you to wipe mouth
-ask to remove clothing protector

Question 4

After you finish:

Answer 4

-check body alignment
-clean up and disinfect items used
-remove gloves and wash hands
-cc items
-closing script