Question

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a nurse is assessing a small child who has lead poisoning. which characteristic of the gums should the nurse expect this client?
pink, moist, firm
a grey - white line
red, bleeding
enlarged, reddened

Explanation:

Lead - poisoning can cause a lead - line (a grey - white line) on the gums due to deposition of lead sulfide at the gum margin. Pink, moist, firm gums are normal. Red, bleeding gums are associated with gingivitis. Enlarged, reddened gums can be due to various local or systemic factors but not specific to lead poisoning.

Answer:

B. A grey - white line