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This second of a three-part series reviews chemotherapy treatment and the responsibilities dental care providers have for patients in all phases of this type of cancer treatment. The goals of dental care are to maintain the integrity of the oral mucosa, prevent secondary infection, provide relief, and assist in maintaining dietary intake. The dental hygienist plays a key role in the recognition, treatment or monitoring of dental conditions that could cause complications to the patient during and post chemotherapy, as well as in educating and motivating the patient in optimal oral self-care.
这是一个分为三部分系列的第二篇文章，回顾了化疗治疗以及牙科护理提供者在这类癌症治疗的各个阶段对患者所承担的责任。牙科护理的目标是维持口腔黏膜的完整性，预防继发感染，提供缓解，并协助维持饮食摄入。牙科保健员在识别、治疗或监测可能在化疗期间及化疗后给患者带来并发症的牙齿状况方面发挥关键作用，同时也在教育和激励患者进行最佳口腔自我护理方面发挥关键作用。
