Personal careQuestion 820 of 1700
What do you use to clean the resident’s gums and tongue during denture care?
- A dry cloth
- A wet oral swab
- A denture brush
- A fingernail
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Correct answer: A wet oral swab
A wet oral swab is used to clean all surfaces of the gums and tongue.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.21: Skills Checklist- Denture Care
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026