diabetes diet
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Patient was instructed on nerve damage as a complication of diabetes
. Because of the lost sense of feeling in the extremities it is possible to not feel any discomfort in the feet, and it is also possible to develop sores that can turn into skin ulcers without being aware of it.
Patient was instructed on skin care. Keep the diabetes
under control. Follow the doctor and nurse
Instructed on the importance of achieving/maintaining ideal weight as a measure aimed to controlling both hypertension and diabetes
mellitus.
SN instructed patient that diabetes
may lead to skin problems that range from itching to infections that are hard to control. To reduce your chances for getting skin problems, take good care of your skin every day: Bathe daily with mild soap and lukewarm water. Apply a small amount of moisturizing lotion while your skin is moist. Avoid scratches, punctures, and other injuries.