Assist with Oral Care/Dentures

Question 1

Step One

Answer 1

Introduce self, identify resident by name, and explain procedure. Hand hygiene. Gather supplies.

Question 2

Step Two

Answer 2

Put on gloves. No rips, no tears, no discoloration, fits like a glove.

Question 3

Step Three

Answer 3

Line the sink or a basin with towels and fill with water. The towel and water will prevent the dentures from breaking if they slip from your hands and fall into the sink.

Question 4

Step Four

Answer 4

Rinse the dentures in tepid/lukewarm running water before brushing them. Do not use hot water.

Question 5

Step Five

Answer 5

Apply toothpaste or cleanser to toothbrush.

Question 6

Step Six

Answer 6

Brush dentures on all surfaces.

Question 7

Step Seven

Answer 7

Rinse all surfaces of dentures under tepid/lukewarm running water. Do not use hot water.

Question 8

Step Eight

Answer 8

Rinse denture cup before placing clean dentures in it.

Question 9

Step Nine

Answer 9

Place denture in clean denture cup with solution or tepid/lukewarm water. Make sure cup is labeled with resident’s name. Put denture cup where it is normally stored.

Question 10

Step Ten

Answer 10

Clean and return the equipment to proper storage.

Question 11

Step Eleven

Answer 11

Drain sink. Dispose of towels in proper container.

Question 12

Step Twelve

Answer 12

Remove and dispose of gloves properly. Hand hygiene.

Question 13

Step Thirteen

Answer 13

Re-glove and complete oral care for the resident.

Question 14

Step Fourteen

Answer 14

Remove and dispose of gloves properly. Hand hygiene.

Question 15

Step Fifteen

Answer 15

Report any changes in appearance of dentures or gums to the nurse.

Question 16

Step Sixteen

Answer 16

Document procedures using facility guidelines.