The patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus and peripheral arterial disease receives a bed bath. Which foot care technique should the nurse use for this patient?
a. Soak the feet in warm water.
b. Allow the feet to stay moist.
c. Use warm water to cleanse the feet.
d. Cut the nails in a curved shape.
C
The nurse uses tepid water to cleanse the feet of a patient with diabetes and impaired perfusion to a lower extremity gently to avoid injury to the foot from hot water, scrubbing, or harsh cleansing agents. Foot soaks are contraindicated for patients with diabetes. The feet are dried carefully after cleansing to prevent fungal overgrowth and irritation. Toenails are cut straight across to prevent ingrown toenails. A podiatrist cuts the nails to prevent patient injury.
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