Diabetic Ulcer

What is the most common dressing for a Diabetic Ulcer?

• Hydrocolloid

• Non Adhesive

• Hydrogel

• Collegen

What does Neuropathy result in?

• Subcutaneous hemorrhage

• Callus development

• Brain inactivity

• Physical deformity

What % of diabetic foot ulcer patients require lower-extremity amputation?

• 20%

• 15%-18%

• 25%

• 60%-75%

Where does the diagnosis of a diabetic ulcer begin?

• A nurse questioning your symptoms

• A doctors order for amputation

What diagnostic procedures will take place?

• X-ray

• Focused assessment

• CT scan

• MRI