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Oral Care Flashcards

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Oral hygiene

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  • measures that maintain the healthy state of teeth, gums, and lips
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Tooth brushing

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  • using a small toothbrush and a chemical agent
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Flossing

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mechanical cleaning of teeth surface with string

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Dental Carries

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decaying of teeth

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Halitosis

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offensive bad breath

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Pyorrhea

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marked inflammation of gums

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Plaque

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invisible soft film of bacteria

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Tartar

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visible, hard deposit of plaque

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Glossitis

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inflammation of the tongue

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Gingivitis

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inflammation of the gums

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Stomatitis

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inflammation of oral cavity

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Parotitis

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inflammation of salivary glands

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Cheilosis

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cracking of lips

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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
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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
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How to brush teeth

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  1. front up to down
  2. sides
  3. under sides
  4. tongue
  5. 45 degrees between the teeth and gums
  6. vibrating motion should be 15 seconds per area
  7. flossing 12-15 inches
  8. vigorous rinsing
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Personal Hygiene

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  • nurse’s responsibility to provide the opportunity for hygiene
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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
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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

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