An older adult has been admitted to a long-term care facility after unsuccessful attempts to continue living independently
The nurse's admission assessment reveals the presence of long, ingrown toenails that appear to contribute to the resident's unsteady gait and decreased mobility. How should the nurse follow up this assessment finding? A) Have the client tested for type 2 diabetes.
B) Arrange for the client to be seen by a podiatrist.
C) Cut the client's toenails using a sharp blade rather than regular nail clippers.
D) Soak the client's feet in Epson salts and trim them short.
B
Feedback:
Elderly clients' problematic toenails may warrant referral to podiatry. It may risk complications to cut them very short or with a sharp blade. Clients with diabetes are particularly at risk for foot complications but the presence of long toenails does not suggest the presence of diabetes.
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