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A resident who uses dentures complains of a sore spot. What should the nursing assistant do?
- A.Tell the resident to stop wearing dentures forever
- B.Adjust the dentures with a file
- C.Give the resident another person's dentures to try
- D.Report the sore to the nurse and note if the resident can eat comfortably
Correct answer
D. Report the sore to the nurse and note if the resident can eat comfortably
Why
A sore under dentures can worsen and affect nutrition, so it must be reported for assessment. Nursing assistants do not alter dentures or decide to stop their use permanently.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Hygiene · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-031).