Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 356
Diabetic Foot Care
Instructed patient to avoid soaking feet into hot water (Test water before use).
Last updated November 13, 2017
Last updated November 13, 2017
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 wash feet daily and dry them carefully, especially between toes.
Instructed patient to avoid cutting corn or calluses.
Instructed patient to check feet by looking between toes use a mirror if necessary or have a friend or relative to check them daily. Look for blisters...
Instructed patient about basic tips to help prevent infections in people with diabetes: wear shoes or slippers at all times, wear comfortable shoes; g...