Diabetic Foot care
Diabetic Foot care ( 45 Questions)
The nurse is discussing foot care with a client with diabetes. Which statement by the client indicates a good understanding of proper foot care?
This choice is incorrect. Soaking the feet in hot water can lead to dry skin and increased risk of injury. Warm water should be used for foot soaking.
This choice is incorrect. Over-the-counter callus removers can cause skin irritation and should be avoided. Clients with diabetes should not attempt to remove calluses at home.
This choice is incorrect. Using a mirror to inspect the soles of the feet is a recommended practice for clients who may have difficulty visualizing the bottoms of their feet.
Wearing clean, dry socks and changing them daily helps prevent moisture buildup, which can lead to fungal infections and foot complications in clients with diabetes.
Wearing clean, dry socks and changing them daily helps prevent moisture buildup, which can lead to fungal infections and foot complications in clients with diabetes.
Incorrect choices:
a. This choice is incorrect. Soaking the feet in hot water can lead to dry skin and increased risk of injury. Warm water should be used for foot soaking.
b. This choice is incorrect. Over-the-counter callus removers can cause skin irritation and should be avoided. Clients with diabetes should not attempt to remove calluses at home.
c. This choice is incorrect. Using a mirror to inspect the soles of the feet is a recommended practice for clients who may have difficulty visualizing the bottoms of their feet.