Oral Health in Pediatrics
Oral Health in Pediatrics ( 10 Questions)
A parent asks about teething remedies for their infant. Which recommendation by the nurse is appropriate for teething discomfort?
Rubbing whiskey on the baby's gums is unsafe and not recommended due to the risks associated with alcohol consumption in infants.
Providing a chilled teething ring or clean, damp cloth for the baby to chew on can help soothe teething discomfort by providing gentle pressure on the gums.
Offering hard candies to suck on is not appropriate for infants and can pose a choking hazard.
Applying aspirin directly to the baby's gums is not recommended due to the risk of Reye's syndrome in children.
A. Rubbing whiskey on the baby's gums is unsafe and not recommended due to the risks associated with alcohol consumption in infants.
B. Providing a chilled teething ring or clean, damp cloth for the baby to chew on can help soothe teething discomfort by providing gentle pressure on the gums.
C. Offering hard candies to suck on is not appropriate for infants and can pose a choking hazard.
D. Applying aspirin directly to the baby's gums is not recommended due to the risk of Reye's syndrome in children.