Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for an unresponsive patient who has a nasogastric tube in place for continuous tube feedings.The nurse assesses the patient's oral hygiene because good oral hygiene
A) Helps prevent gingivitis.
B) May cause glossitis.
C) May lead to halitosis.
D) Causes tongue coating.
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