TITLE:
Clinical Application Status, Existing Problems and Optimization Strategies of Disposable Special Oral Care Kits in Zunyi Area
AUTHORS:
Guangdan Zhang, Lu Yu, Jiao Gui, Chunfeng Yan
KEYWORDS:
Oral Care Kit, Research Status, Optimization Strategy, Zunyi City
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Access Library Journal,
Vol.13 No.2,
February
9,
2026
ABSTRACT: Objective: To systematically review the research landscape of disposable special oral care kits, clarify their clinical value for special patient populations, and explore developmental directions based on current status analysis, using Zunyi City as a case study. Methods: Through literature review and comparative analysis of domestic and international products, combined with a questionnaire survey of 252 healthcare professionals and caregivers in Zunyi City, the application status and improvement needs were assessed. Results: Disposable special oral care kits can enhance operational efficiency and safety. However, compared to high-quality international products, gaps exist in ergonomic design, functional integration, and antibacterial performance. Locally, innovative products such as sponge brushes with suction functions and portable negative pressure care devices have emerged, but their adoption rate remains low, with standard universal products still dominating clinical practice. Existing products commonly exhibit design flaws, including instruments prone to causing injury and poor moisture control of cotton balls. Over half of the users reported associated risks of choking (57.54%) and prolonged operation time (61%). Furthermore, 64.29% of nursing staff indicated bleeding issues during critical care, highlighting a strong demand for antibacterial solutions and eco-friendly materials. Chi-square test revealed statistically significant differences (P Conclusion: There is a need to promote deeper integration of clinical demands and technological innovation. This can be achieved by optimizing product design, strengthening industry-academia-research collaboration, developing specialized products, and establishing regional protocols. Priority should be given to employing medical-grade, biodegradable, and antibacterial materials to support the construction of a comprehensive oral health management system.