Author Question: The nurse is caring for a client with diabetes. What should the nurse include as foot care for this ... (Read 63 times)

Alainaaa8 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is caring for a client with diabetes. What should the nurse include as foot care for this client?

1. Cut toenails in a rounded shape and file.
2. Dry toes thoroughly.
3. Wash feet with water at a temperature of 90F to 98.6F.
4. Inspect feet thoroughly once a week.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to provide hygienic care to a client. On what will the nurse focus this care?

1. Clothes
2. Family
3. Hair
4. Nutritional

AaaA · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Toenails should be cut straight across, and nurses do not cut diabetic clients' toenails. Only a podiatrist should handle this task.
Rationale 2: Toes should be dried thoroughly after being washed to impede fungal growth and prevent maceration.
Rationale 3: The water to wash the feet should be 100F to 110F.
Rationale 4: Feet should be inspected each day, not once a week, for early detection of any problems.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Hygienic care does not include care of the client's clothes.