Performing Oral Hygiene: Brushing and Flossing

Course Code: REL-PAC-0-POHBF

Hours: 0.25

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2030

Learning Objectives:
Discuss the importance of oral hygiene.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Oral Care

Importance of Oral Care

Consequences of Poor Oral Hygiene

General Guidelines

Brushing the Teeth

Flossing the Teeth

Post Procedure

Review

Section 3: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

References

Subject Matter Expert: Kim Matthews, RN

Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998.  Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry.  Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management.  Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: General Staff; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.