Which member of the collaborative team is most appropriate to cut the toenails of a diabetic patient?
a. Nurse
b. Physical therapist
c. Occupational therapist
d. Podiatrist
ANS: D
Patients with diabetes are usually seen by a podiatrist or diabetic specialist for foot care needs. Nurses can trim toenails of patients not at risk for infection. Physical therapists provide services that restore function and mobility. Occupational therapists use treatments to maintain or restore daily living and work skills.
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