A client has an ingrown toenail. About what self-management measure does the nurse teach the client?
a. Long-term antibiotic use
b. Shoe padding
c. Toenail trimming
d. Warm moist soaks
ANS: D
Treatment of an ingrown toenail includes a podiatrist clipping away the ingrown part of the nail, warm moist soaks, and antibiotic ointment if needed. Antibiotics are not used long-term. Padding the shoes will not treat or prevent ingrown toenails. Clients should not attempt to trim ingrown nails themselves.
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