The physician or health care provider orders meticulous foot care on a patient with diabetes. The best rationale for the nurse to assess the patient for complications is:
A. poor hygienic practices in patients with diabetes.
B. vascular changes, which reduces circulation.
C. the aging process, which causes skin breakdown and ulceration.
D. limited joint range of motion, which makes caring for feet difficult.
B
Patients with diabetes require daily foot care and inspection to prevent the development of foot ulcers and subsequent complications. Many patients with diabetes need to be referred to a podia-trist. The older adult experiences normal physiological changes, which can result in nail and foot problems. The extent of a person's ability to perform self-care determines degree of assistance required from nursing staff.
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