What nursing teaching should be provided to a patient completing radiation therapy to the head and neck region about dental care?
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Correct answer: Maintain meticulous oral hygiene with fluoride and have regular dental review
Head/neck radiation may affect salivary glands, oral mucosa and teeth; dental hygiene and fluoride are essential to prevent severe complications.
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