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Why should dentures be checked before a meal?
- A.Dentures are not related to eating
- B.To decide if the resident should skip the meal
- C.Poorly fitting dentures make chewing hard and can cause sores and low intake
- D.Only to check the denture cup label
Correct answer
C. Poorly fitting dentures make chewing hard and can cause sores and low intake
Why
Well-fitting dentures that are in place and clean allow comfortable chewing. Pain or looseness should be reported because it often reduces how much a resident eats.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Nutrition and Hydration · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-074).