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Foot care Teaching 642

Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Calluses indicate that areas of the feet are receiving too much pressure. If the increased pressure continues, the skin may break down and it is possible to get a foot ulcer.

Foot care Teaching 643

Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Wear shoes that support and fit properly, wear socks that are clean and fit properly, avoid walking barefoot.

Foot care Teaching 644

Patient was instructed about how to check both feet daily looking over them carefully every day, and be sure check between all of the toes. Blisters and infections can start between the toes, and with diabetic neuropathy, may not feel them until they've become irritated or infected. If physical challenges occur, ask a family member to help. Further teaching is needed.

Foot care Teaching 645

Patient was instructed about feet wash with warm - not hot

Foot care Teaching 646

Patient was instructed about how make sure the shoes fit well. Even the slightest rubbing or misfit shoe can cause a blister that turns into a sore that becomes infected and never heals. Buy better-fitting shoes, or try different socks, even at the most minor signs of redness or irritation, since you may not be able to feel when it's getting worse. Before buying or putting on the shoes check your shoes for rough seam, sharp edges or other objects that could hurt your feet. Further teaching is needed.

Foot care Teaching 647

Patient was instructed about the feet care: always wear shoes or slippers. Always wear socks with the shoes, since leather, plastics, and manmade shoe materials can irritate your skin and quickly bring on blisters. While the Diabetic patient might prefer the look of hose, nylon knee-highs, or thin socks, may find that these doesn't give to the toes or heels enough protection. Wear thicker socks to pad the feet and cushion any calluses or sore spots. Further teaching is needed.

Fluid retention Teaching 648

Patient was instructed on fluid retention

Skin Care Teaching 649

Patient was instructed on skin care. Keep the diabetes under control. Follow the doctor and nurse

Skin Care Teaching 650

Patient was instructed on skin care. Keep the skin clean and dry. When bathing or showering, use warm water and a mild, moisture-containing soap. After washing, make sure to rinse and dry the body well. (Pat the skin dry, do not rub). Check places where water can collect such as under the arms, between the legs and between the toes.

Skin Care Teaching 651

Patient was instructed on skin care. Look at the body after washing. Make sure there are no dry, red or sore spots that could become infected.