A nurse teaches a client to use a room humidifier after a laryngectomy.Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching?

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Priority teaching related to the use of a room humidifier focuses on infection control.Clients should be taught to meticulously clean the humidifier to prevent the spread of mold or other sources of infection.Peppermint oil should not be added to a humidifier.The humidifier should be refilled with water as needed and should be used while awake and asleep.

A Nurse Teaches a Client to Use a Room Humidifier