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Mouth Care for Adults with Additional Needs
Certificate available: complete this course to be awarded a certificate
At the end of this module you will be able to: Recognise why taking care of the mouth is important.
Identify risk factors that contribute to poor oral health.
- Conduct a Mouth Check.
- Recognise the need for a Mouth Care Plan and how to follow one.
- Complete a Mouth Care Record to document mouth care.
- Identify people who require assistance with mouth care, including those who need a nurse or carer to clean their mouth for them.
- Recognise and report any oral health concerns.
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| Contributed by: | Improving Mouth Care |
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| Licence: | © All rights reserved More information on licences |
| First contributed: | 03 February 2026 |
| Audience access level: | General user |
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