Oral care practices for patients in intensive care unit: A systematic review.

Aline Aparecida Dos SantosLarissa Doalla de Almeida SilvaCarolina Carvalho de Oliveira SantosThiago Fonseca-Silva

Published in: International journal of dental hygiene (2024)

It can be concluded that cleaning with a soft bristle brush, use of chlorhexidine and lip moisturizing are methods commonly used in dental care actions in patients hospitalized in intensive care units.

Keyphrases

intensive care unit
end stage renal disease
healthcare
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
palliative care
peritoneal dialysis
quality improvement
chronic pain