The nurse is evaluating a client with diabetes 3 months after discharge from the hospital. The nurse determines that goals have been met if:
1. the fasting blood sugar is 130.
2. urine for ketones is positive.
3. the client is wearing cotton socks.
4. the client leaves her shoes and socks on.
Answer: 3
1. Fasting blood sugars should be 70-110.
2. Ketones should be negative.
3. Cotton socks are preferable, so that moisture is wicked away from the feet.
4. The client should remove shoes and socks when at the physician's office so that the feet can be inspected.
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