Question

lucy is an unconscious patient. kevin, the support worker, understands that providing oral hygiene to lucy puts her at risk for which of the following? ch:17
periodontal disease
plaque
tartar
aspiration
question 18
2 pts
how should an unconscious client be positioned for oral hygiene? ch:17
in fowler’s position
in the supine position
in the side - lying position
in the prone position

Explanation:

For the first question, an unconscious patient has a risk of aspiration during oral hygiene as they may not be able to protect their airway. For the second question, an unconscious client should be placed in the side - lying position for oral hygiene to prevent aspiration by allowing secretions to drain out.

Answer:

Question 17: D. Aspiration
Question 18: C. In the side - lying position