Question

when flossing a clients teeth, in which direction should the support worker move the floss? ch:17 left to right right to left up and down side to side question 16 2 pts while providing mouth care to an unconscious client, why should the support worker speak to the client? ch:17 it will let team members know you need assistance if you talk loud enough. the client may answer at any time. this is respectful and the client might be able to hear you. it will let everyone else know you are doing your job.

Explanation:

For the first question, when flossing teeth, the floss should be moved up and down to clean between the teeth and along the gum - line effectively. For the second question, speaking to an unconscious client is respectful and there is a possibility that the client might be able to hear, as hearing is often one of the last senses to go and can be one of the first to return in the recovery process.

Answer:

Question 1: Up and down
Question 2: This is respectful and the client might be able to hear you.