The nurse is teaching a patient newly diagnosed with diabetes about self-care. Which statement by the patient should the nurse clarify?
A) "I should seek regular care for my nails."
B) "I should see a podiatrist if I have a toe injury that doesn't heal."
C) "I need to check my feet and nails every week."
D) "I should not walk barefoot."
C) "I need to check my feet and nails every week."
Explanation: A) When educating patients newly diagnosed with diabetes about checking their feet daily, it is important to include complications with the toenails. Emphasize getting treatment early treatment rather than waiting.
B) When educating patients newly diagnosed with diabetes about checking their feet daily, it is important to include complications with the toenails. Emphasize getting treatment early treatment rather than waiting.
C) When educating patients newly diagnosed with diabetes about checking their feet daily, it is important to include complications with the toenails. Emphasize getting treatment early treatment rather than waiting.
D) When educating patients newly diagnosed with diabetes about checking their feet daily, it is important to include complications with the toenails. Emphasize the importance of wearing shoes to prevent foot injury.
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