Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 1313 of 1700
What can you apply with oral care to a dying resident?
- Lip balm or another moisturizer
- Hard candy to freshen the breath
- Thick soap to clean the lips
- Cold water only, given by a cup
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Correct answer: Lip balm or another moisturizer
The mouth is dry because the resident breathes with the mouth open.
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026