CRITICAL THINKING Exercise #1 old Heather, her first-born child. Ms. Light- bour

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CRITICAL THINKING Exercise #1 old Heather, her first-born child. Ms. Light- bourne expresses concern to the pediatric nurse that Heather appears loose teeth. Her specific concern is the management of the loose teeth. 1. What information should the nurse plan to share with Ms. Lightbourne about the expected pattern of tooth loss? 2. How would you instruct Ms. Lightbourne to care for Heather's primary teeth? 3. What common complication should she be alerted to as the permanent teeth erupt? Exercise #2 What advice would you offer to the mother of a 6-year-old who tells you that she found her child playing doctor with another child during a playdate?

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Excercise 1

1. Your child starts losing teeth. During these years, his grin features both baby teeth and permanent teeth as one type starts to replace the other.

Your child's teeth can fall out in any order, but she may lose his baby teeth in the same order they arrived. The middle teeth are usually the first to go (at 6 to 7 years), followed by the ones on either side (at 7 to 8 years). The molars can be lost any time after that but will likely be gone between 9 and 12 years.

2.Your child likely will need help brushing their teeth until she is 7 or 8 years old. Around this time, she can start using a larger sized toothbrush. You should switch out toothbrushes every 3 to 6 months or when the bristles look worn. She should brush her teeth for 2 minutes and twice a day. Flossing is another key part of your child’s oral care routine. Teach your child to floss at least once a day. You can buy floss that comes on a handle to make it easier.

3. Common Complications expected during permanent teeth erruption

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