Question

The nurse is caring for a client with diabetes who has thick toenails. what is the appropriate nursing intervention?

Answer 1

The appropriate nursing intervention is to contact a podiatrist to care for toenails. In addition, a podiatrist or doctor of podiatric medicine is a physician and specialist focusing on the foot and ankle care, as well as the treatment of diabetes-associated situations. All people with diabetes must have their feet inspected at least once a year by a doctor or podiatrist. This is significant to distinguish difficulties early and to avoid ulcers and other problems.