Which interventions are appropriate for a patient with diabetes and poor wound healing? (Select all that apply.)
a. Perform dressing changes twice a day as ordered.
b. Teach the patient about signs and symptoms of infection.
c. Instruct the family about how to perform dressing changes.
d. Gently refocus patient from discussing body image changes.
e. Administer medications to control the patient's blood sugar as ordered.
ANS: A, B, C, E
Nursing priorities include interventions directed at enhancing wound healing. Teaching the patient about signs and symptoms of infection will help the patient identify signs of appropriate wound healing and know when the need for calling the health care provider arises. Performing dressing changes, controlling blood sugars through administration of medications, and instructing the family in dressing changes all contribute to wound healing. As long as a patient is stable and alert, it is appropriate to allow family to assist with care. The patient should be allowed to discuss body image changes.
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