Personal careQuestion 817 of 1700

What do you place in the sink before you clean dentures?

  1. A washcloth or a paper towel
  2. A bath blanket folded in the sink
  3. A tub of hot water to soak in
  4. A dry denture cup to hold them
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Correct answer: A washcloth or a paper towel

A soft lining in the sink protects the dentures if they slip.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.21: Skills Checklist- Denture Care

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026