Which interventions are appropriate for a patient with the nursing diagnosis impaired oral mucus membranes related to immunosuppression,thrush,and ulceration?
A) Rinse the mouth with warm saline solution every few hours.
B) Rinse the mouth with half strength hydrogen peroxide twice daily.
C) Use cotton swabs soaked in lemon-glycerin solution to clean the oral mucosa.
D) Use a tongue scraper to remove the thick coating from the oral mucosa.
E) Encourage the patient to have soft foods such as yogurt,ice cream,and pudding.
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