Improving oral hygiene for stroke patients
In stroke nursing, oral hygiene is fundamental and should be a priority. Patients are more dependent on the nursing staff due to problems with cognition, arm weakness, a reduced conscious level, dysphagia or aphasia. Patients rely on nurses for oral care and are at a higher risk of xerostomia (dry...
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| Language: | English |
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Exeley Inc.
2017-11-01
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| Series: | Australasian Journal of Neuroscience |
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| Online Access: | https://www.exeley.com/exeley/journals/australasian_journal_of_neuroscience/27/1/pdf/10.21307_ajon-2017-103.pdf |