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Diabetic Foot care
Diabetic Foot care ( 45 Questions)
The nurse is providing education to a client with diabetes about foot care. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
This choice is incorrect. Daily foot inspection is a crucial aspect of diabetic foot care to detect any cuts, blisters, or changes in the skin.
The client's statement that wearing tight-fitting shoes is important for preventing friction is incorrect. Tight-fitting shoes can actually increase the risk of friction and pressure, leading to foot problems in individuals with diabetes. Properly fitting shoes with cushioning and support are recommended to prevent foot complications.
This choice is incorrect. Washing the feet daily with mild soap and warm water is an important hygiene practice to prevent infection.
This choice is incorrect. Moisturizing the feet with lotion, while avoiding between the toes, helps prevent dry skin and cracking, which can lead to foot problems.
The client's statement that wearing tight-fitting shoes is important for preventing friction is incorrect. Tight-fitting shoes can actually increase the risk of friction and pressure, leading to foot problems in individuals with diabetes. Properly fitting shoes with cushioning and support are recommended to prevent foot complications.
Incorrect choices:
a. This choice is incorrect. Daily foot inspection is a crucial aspect of diabetic foot care to detect any cuts, blisters, or changes in the skin.
c. This choice is incorrect. Washing the feet daily with mild soap and warm water is an important hygiene practice to prevent infection.
d. This choice is incorrect. Moisturizing the feet with lotion, while avoiding between the toes, helps prevent dry skin and cracking, which can lead to foot problems.