Foot care

Foot care Teaching 638

Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Keep the blood sugar level as normal as possible. Wash the feet every day with lukewarm water and mild soap. Dry them well, especially between the toes. Pat gently.

Foot care Teaching 639

Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Check the feet every day, redness, pain that won't go away, numbness, or tingling.

Foot care Teaching 640

Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. Do not treat calluses, corns or bunions without talking to the doctor or nurse before. Cut toenails straight across to avoid future complications.

Foot care Teaching 641

Patient was instructed on the importance of a good foot care. The feet may not get a good blood supply which means that sores won't heal. In addition, damage to the nerves may not allows to feel sores, cuts and other injuries to the feet, that is why it's important to check the feet daily.

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.