The nursing assistant is providing oral care for a resident diagnosed with AIDS and observes that the resident has white patches in the mouth and throat and complains of pain with swallowing. The most appropriate intervention would be to:

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The most appropriate intervention for the nursing assistant is to report the observations to the nurse at once so that the resident may be further evaluated and treatment can begin. It is not in the scope of practice for the nursing assistant to treat the mouth sores or ask if the resident has been taking medications. The resident with AIDS may get mouth sores while taking their HIV meds. The cold yogurt shake will help with nutrition since the resident's mouth is sore but does not provide the necessary follow-up to get treatment to help heal the mouth sores. A prescription agent to numb the sores, and a prescription mouth rinse to help heal the sores, will be sought by the nurse.

The Nursing Assistant Is Providing Oral Care for a Resident