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DIABETIC FOOT IMG_20210428_120105 - Coggle Diagram
DIABETIC FOOT
DEFINITION
is any pathology that results
directly from peripheral
arterial disease (PAD)
Or sensory neuropathy
affecting the feet
CAUSES
Poor blood sugar
High blood sugar
Irritated or wounded feet
Nerve demage
Dryness of the skin
Ingrown toenails
Fungal infection
NURSING CARE
PLAN
Encourage the maintenance
of foot hygiene
Examine the wound
Maintain personal hygien
Appropriate health education
about foot care
Prevent infection
Keep the skin free from
pressure
Maintain normal skin integrity
Antiseptic solutions should be
applied EG.Providone
PHARMACOLOGY
Poor tissue perfusion
Vascular diseases
Ischemia
Peripheral diseases
Hyperglycemia
PHARMACOLOGICAL
MANAGEMENT
Promote ray amputation
Drain pus
Practise intravenous insulin
Pump to control the blood
glucose level
Remove infected tissue
Promote bed rest
Intravenous antibiotics
CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
a loss of feeling
numbness or
tingling sensation
blisters or other wounds
without pain
skin discoloration and
temperature changes
red streaks
wounds with or
without drainage
painful tingling
REFERENCES
Patient.info/doctt/diabetic-foot
www.idf.org.international diabetic federation :
www.healthine.com/health/diabetic-foot-care
