A 9-month-old infant has developed two teeth since the 6-month checkup. The local water supply contains fluoride. What will the primary care family nurse practitioner do to promote healthy dentition at this visit? Question 22Answer Encourage the parents to make an initial dental appointment. Apply sodium fluoride varnish to the infant’s teeth. Teach the parents how to brush the infant’s teeth with fluoride toothpaste. Prescribe oral fluoride supplementation.
[Verified Answer]: A 9-month-old infant has developed two…
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