A mother calls the advance practice pediatric nurse practitioner about her 7-year-old daughter's dental hygiene. The daughter has had three cavities. She does not know what to do and asks the nurse for guidance. How should the nurse respond?

A mother calls the advance practice pediatric nurse practitioner about her 7-year-old daughter's dental hygiene. The daughter has had three cavities. She does not know what to do and asks the nurse for guidance. How should the nurse respond?


a) "What type of toothbrush does she use?"
b) "Did you teach her how to brush her teeth?"
c) "Are you able to supervise her brushing?"
d) "Is there fluoride toothpaste available for her use?"


Answer: "Are you able to supervise her brushing?"



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