Question

An elderly client with diabetes comes to the clinic in winter reporting numbness of the feet what is the nurse action if the feet are ice cold to the touch and appear waxy and pale

Answer 1

A nurse should first try to keep the surroundings at a comfortable temperature, and keep the feet dry, clean, and covered.

Explanation:

Prevention is the best treatment for diabetes patients as healing can take ages for them, especially sores on the toes and fingers. This increases the risk of amputation. Thus, a nurse should warm up and avoid damage to the feet.