When a resident wears dentures, the nurse aide should clean them:

When a resident wears dentures, the nurse

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AOnce a week
BOnly when they look dirty
CDaily, holding them over a basin of water or a soft towel
DOnly with very hot water to disinfect

✓ Correct answer: C. Daily, holding them over a basin of water or a soft towel Dentures are cleaned daily. Clean them over a water-filled basin or padded surface so they will not break if dropped, and use cool or lukewarm water (hot water can warp them).

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