Personal careQuestion 818 of 1700

What temperature of water do you use to rinse dentures?

  1. Hot water from the tap
  2. Boiling water from the kettle
  3. Very warm water from the basin
  4. Clean, cool water
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Correct answer: Clean, cool water

The checklist says cool water.

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

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026