When a patient is identified as wearing full dentures, what else should be included in the nutrition assessment of the patient?

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As dentures replace missing teeth, they need to be checked for appropriate fit.The fit of the dentures could be affected by weight changes.If a patient has lost weight recently, the dentures may fit loosely, and this could result in continuing decreased intake.Dentures do need to be cared for, so the patient or caregiver should perform regular cleaning.Fluid intake contributes to maintaining the dentures; however, adequacy of fluid intake is not associated with denture use.Dentures are made of materials that are not susceptible to cariogenicity.

When a Patient Is Identified as Wearing Full Dentures, What