Hospitalized patient perspectives on toothbrushing: A descriptive study

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Advocate Condell Medical Center, Advocate Aurora Research Institute

Abstract

Toothbrushing is associated with the prevention of pneumonia in hospitalized patients. However, little is known about patients' perspective. The aim of this study was to understand patients' toothbrushing beliefs and practices, and how to promote engagement in this health behavior.

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Article

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