How should the nurse store a client's dentures overnight?

A. Dry in the bedside drawer
B. Wrapped in a paper towel on the meal tray
C. In a labeled denture cup with water or cleansing solution
D. In hot water to sanitize them

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Correct answer: C

Dentures are stored moist in a labeled cup to prevent warping and loss. Hot water can warp them, and paper towels on trays are often thrown away.

Source: Potter & Perry. Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th ed. (oral hygiene)

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