A 35-year-old woman is diagnosed with a peripheral neuropathy. When making her plan of care, the nurse knows to include what in patient teaching? (Mark all that apply.)

A) Inspect the lower extremities for skin breakdown
B) Footwear needs to be accurately sized
C) This disease has a genetic component
D) Assistive devices may be needed to reduce the risk of falls
E) Ask others for assistance


Ans: A, B, D
Feedback: The plan of care includes inspection of the lower extremities for skin breakdown. Assistive devices such as a walker or cane may decrease the risk of falls. Bath water temperature is checked to avoid thermal injury. Footwear should be accurately sized. Driving may be limited or eliminated, thereby disrupting the patient's sense of independence. The teaching plan would not include information on a genetic component or asking others for assistance.

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