The nurse is caring for an unresponsive patient who has a nasogastric tube in place for continuous tube feedings.The nurse assesses the patient's oral hygiene because good oral hygiene

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Early identification of poor oral hygiene practices and common oral problems reduces the risk for gum disease and dental caries.Patients frequently develop common oral problems as a result of inadequate oral care or as a consequence of disease (e.g.,oral malignancy)or as a side effect of treatments such as radiation and chemotherapy.These problems include receding gum tissue,inflamed gums (gingivitis),a coated tongue,glossitis (inflamed tongue),discolored teeth (particularly along gum margins),dental caries,missing teeth,and halitosis (foul-smelling breath).

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