Diabetic Foot care
Diabetic Foot care ( 45 Questions)
During a foot assessment, the nurse observes an area of skin that is discolored, darkened, and slightly raised. The client reports that the area has been present for several weeks. What action should the nurse take?
This choice is incorrect. Applying an antibiotic ointment without a proper diagnosis may not address the underlying issue.
This choice is incorrect. The described findings are not consistent with a normal skin variation and require further assessment.
This choice is incorrect. While keeping the area dry and clean is important, it may not be sufficient to address the underlying issue.
An area of discolored, darkened, and slightly raised skin that has been present for several weeks may indicate a potential skin condition or complication that requires further evaluation and treatment by a healthcare provider.
An area of discolored, darkened, and slightly raised skin that has been present for several weeks may indicate a potential skin condition or complication that requires further evaluation and treatment by a healthcare provider.
Incorrect choices:
a. This choice is incorrect. Applying an antibiotic ointment without a proper diagnosis may not address the underlying issue.
b. This choice is incorrect. The described findings are not consistent with a normal skin variation and require further assessment.
c. This choice is incorrect. While keeping the area dry and clean is important, it may not be sufficient to address the underlying issue.