The nurse is working with a family that is new to the pediatric practice. In reviewing the family's records, the nurse notes that the older children have a large number of dental caries. Which topics will the nurse include when teaching the mother how to decrease the development of dental caries in infants? Select all that apply.

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A)Interventions appropriate for prevention of dental caries are wiping the gums with a soft moist gauze and avoiding prolonged bottle feeding at bedtime. Foods high in sugar should be avoided in the infant at all times. A toothbrush should not be used during infancy. Topical anesthetic should not be applied daily.
B)Interventions appropriate for prevention of dental caries are wiping the gums with a soft moist gauze and avoiding prolonged bottle feeding at bedtime. Foods high in sugar should be avoided in the infant at all times. A toothbrush should not be used during infancy. Topical anesthetic should not be applied daily.
C)Interventions appropriate for prevention of dental caries are wiping the gums with a soft moist gauze and avoiding prolonged bottle feeding at bedtime. Foods high in sugar should be avoided in the infant at all times. A toothbrush should not be used during infancy. Topical anesthetic should not be applied daily.
D)Interventions appropriate for prevention of dental caries are wiping the gums with a soft moist gauze and avoiding prolonged bottle feeding at bedtime. Foods high in sugar should be avoided in the infant at all times. A toothbrush should not be used during infancy. Topical anesthetic should not be applied daily.
E)Interventions appropriate for prevention of dental caries are wiping the gums with a soft moist gauze and avoiding prolonged bottle feeding at bedtime. Foods high in sugar should be avoided in the infant at all times. A toothbrush should not be used during infancy. Topical anesthetic should not be applied daily.

The Nurse Is Working with a Family That Is New