#38 denture care
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what is step #1
do initial steps
what is step #2
raise head of bed to sitting position
what is step #3
put on gloves and drape towel under resident’s chin
what is step #4
remind resident that you were going to remove their dentures. Upper: index finger on ridge of denture and move it up and down and then pull out. Lower: turn slightly to lift it out of mouth
what is step #5
put denture in denture cup with resident’s name on it and take it with you to the sink, line the sink with towel and fill halfway with water
what is step #6
hold dentures over sink and brush all surfaces with denture safe toothpaste
what is step #7
rinse dentures with warm water and place in cup of cool water
what is step #8
clean resident mouth with swab if necessary. Help resident rinse mouth with water or diluted mouthwash, if requested
what is step #9
check mouth, lips, tongue, and teeth for odor, cracking, sores, bleeding, and discoloration. Check for loose teeth. Report any unusual findings to nurse
what is step #10
help resident place dentures back in their mouth. Use lip moisturizer if requested.
what is step #11
do final steps