Common Conditions
This condition involves nerve damage often caused by diabetes.
What is neuropathy?
This simple test uses a nylon fiber to check sensation.
What is the monofilament test?
People with this chronic condition should have yearly foot exams.
What is diabetes?
Patients should check their feet this often
What is daily?
MAs only perform this test during the foot exam.
What is the monofilament test?
A painful sore on the foot that doesn’t heal well is called this.
What is a foot ulcer?
During a foot exam, MAs must document sensation for this methods
What are pinprick (left and right foot)?
Not wearing proper shoes increases the risk of this type of foot problem.
What are injuries, ulcers, or infections?
If a patient notices redness, swelling, or open sores, they should do this right away.
What is contact their healthcare provider?
If a patient refuses the monofilament test, the MA must do this in the documentation.
What is check the “declined” box?
MAs perform the foot exam only on patients with this condition, if they haven’t had it done in the last year.
What is diabetes?
he exam is not needed if the patient has seen this type of specialist in the last year.
What is a podiatrist?