Foot care Teaching 193
Instructed in the importance of proper foot care, including the wearing of properly fitting shoes and socks, correct trimming of the toe nails, and avoidance of injury to the legs and feet.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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