Oral Care Flashcards
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Oral hygiene
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- measures that maintain the healthy state of teeth, gums, and lips
2
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Tooth brushing
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- using a small toothbrush and a chemical agent
3
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Flossing
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mechanical cleaning of teeth surface with string
4
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Dental Carries
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decaying of teeth
5
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Halitosis
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offensive bad breath
6
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Pyorrhea
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marked inflammation of gums
7
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Plaque
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invisible soft film of bacteria
8
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Tartar
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visible, hard deposit of plaque
9
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Glossitis
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inflammation of the tongue
10
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Gingivitis
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inflammation of the gums
11
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Stomatitis
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inflammation of oral cavity
12
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Parotitis
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inflammation of salivary glands
13
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Cheilosis
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cracking of lips
14
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Purpose of Oral Hygiene
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- aesthetic value
- boost self-esteem
- gustatory pleasure is enhanced
- comfort
- prevent infection
- promotes digestion
- maintain integrity
15
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Principles of Oral Hygiene
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- have all materials within patient’s reach
- use the appropriate materials
- use gentle pressure
- regular dental exams every 6 months
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Indication of Oral Hygiene (when to perform)
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- every after meal
- before meal
- after waking up
- those with dentures or inflammation
- symptoms of oral problems
17
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How to brush teeth
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- front up to down
- sides
- under sides
- tongue
- 45 degrees between the teeth and gums
- vibrating motion should be 15 seconds per area
- flossing 12-15 inches
- vigorous rinsing
18
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Personal Hygiene
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- nurse’s responsibility to provide the opportunity for hygiene
19
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Indications of Hygienic Care
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- early morning care
- hours of sleep or evening care
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Types of Hygiene
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- personal
- environment
- domestic
- food
21
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Nurse’s Advantage in performing hygienic care on clients
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- provides opportunity to develop a meaningful nurse-patient relationship
- provides opportunity for assessment of the patient
