Regarding VSED, how can dry mouth be addressed, and are there ways to do this without using liquid?

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Q: Regarding VSED, how can dry mouth be addressed, and are there ways to do this without using liquid?

A: While patient still alert & able to cooperate: frequent rinsing & spitting cool water; careful tooth brushing & keeping tongue & gums uncoated…use damp wash cloth over finger, gargle & spit mouth wash, put damp wash cloth in freezer for patient to suck on; spray fine misted water at back of mouth. – Judy