Which instruction should the nurse include when teaching foot care to a patient with diabetic neuropathy?
Correct answer: B. Inspect the feet every day using a mirror if needed
- A. Walk barefoot indoors to strengthen the feet
- B. Inspect the feet every day using a mirror if needed
- C. Soak the feet in hot water before applying lotion
- D. Cut the nails deeply into the corners each week
Explanation
Daily inspection helps the patient identify blisters, cuts and infection before they become serious ulcers. Neuropathy reduces protective sensation, so hot water, barefoot walking and deep nail cutting increase injury risk.
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Covers diabetes mellitus, insulin therapy, hypoglycaemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar states and common thyroid, adrenal and pituitary disorders. It includes blood glucose monitoring, diet, foot care, sick-day management and the clinical differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and between diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state.
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