Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 351
Instructed patient to cut toenails straight across. This will help to avoid ingrown toenails. Also instructed to avoid letting somebody else to cut the toenails.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
Related teachings
Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 356Instructed patient to avoid soaking feet into hot water (Test water before use).Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 353Instructed patient to wash feet daily and dry them carefully, especially between toes.Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 334Instructed patient to wear flat; comfortable walking shoes as much as possible and select adequate socks.Diabetic Foot Care Teaching 350Instructed patient to keep feet dry, especially between toes, to use lotion to keep skin soft and moist and to keep feet clean. Wash daily with lukewarm water.