diabetic foot care
Diseases Process
Instructed in measures to prevent foot problem; always wear properly fitted shoes and examine the feet every day for sores and signs of infections. Diabetes, and aging are also contributors to foot problems. Keep feet clean and dry. Visit your doctor for regular foot exams. Before and after physical activity stretch the foot thoroughly and wear supportive shoes. Patient verbalized understanding.
Instructed the patient/caregiver on important footcare: inspect feet daily, report any foot problems to MD or Podiatrist, wash feet daily with warm soap and water and pat dry especially between toes, clip nails straight across and gently file with an emery board, wear shoes that support and fit properly, wear socks that are clean and fit properly, avoid going barefooted, avoid exposure to extreme temperatures, and avoid tobacco
Instructed in measures important in footcare of the diabetic: wear shoes that support and fit properly, wear socks that are clean and fit properly, avoid going barefooted, etc.
Instructed in measures important in footcare of the diabetic: inspect feet dialy, report any foot problems to podiatrist or physician, wash feet dialy with warm soap and water and pat dry; especially between toes.
Instructed patient on important measures regarding diabetic's footcare such as: feet inspection daily, report any foot problems to podiatrist or physician, wash feet daily with warm soap and water and pat dry, especially between toes.
Instructed patients on important routines regarding diabetic foot care, such as: always wear shoes which offer good foot support and fit properly, wear clean socks which also fit properly and avoid going barefooted.
Patient was instructed on foot complications. People with diabetes can develop many different foot problems. Foot problems most often happen when there is nerve damage in the feet or when blood flow is poor. The protection of the feet is very important.
Instructed in the importance of proper footcare, including the wearing of properly fitting shoes and socks, correct trimming of the toe nails, and avoidance of injury to the legs and feet.
Instructed patient about not using OTC chemicals on corns, calluses or warts since they are often too strong to use in diabetics.
Instructed patient to avoid cutting corn or calluses.