Diabetic Foot care
Diabetic Foot care ( 45 Questions)
The nurse is performing a foot assessment for a client with diabetes. Which finding requires immediate intervention?
This choice is incorrect. A small callus may require intervention, but it does not necessarily require immediate attention unless it is causing discomfort or open sores.
This choice is incorrect. Slight discoloration of the toenails may be due to various factors and does not indicate an immediate need for intervention.
An area of skin that is cracked and bleeding indicates a breakdown of the skin's integrity, which can lead to infection. Immediate intervention is needed to clean and protect the area.
This choice is incorrect. Mild swelling of the ankle may require monitoring, but it does not necessarily indicate an immediate need for intervention unless it is accompanied by other concerning symptoms.
An area of skin that is cracked and bleeding indicates a breakdown of the skin's integrity, which can lead to infection. Immediate intervention is needed to clean and protect the area.
Incorrect choices:
a. This choice is incorrect. A small callus may require intervention, but it does not necessarily require immediate attention unless it is causing discomfort or open sores.
b. This choice is incorrect. Slight discoloration of the toenails may be due to various factors and does not indicate an immediate need for intervention.
d. This choice is incorrect. Mild swelling of the ankle may require monitoring, but it does not necessarily indicate an immediate need for intervention unless it is accompanied by other concerning symptoms.