Mental health and dementiaQuestion 759 of 1700
Why might you use an oral swab after meals for a resident who pockets food?
- To whiten the teeth after the meal
- To replace brushing the teeth at bedtime
- To test whether the resident can swallow
- To be sure no food is left in the mouth
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Correct answer: To be sure no food is left in the mouth
A swab checks for leftover food.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.6: Promoting Nutritional Intake
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026