Diabetic foot Flashcards
1
Q
How is temperature measured?
A
- temperature using dorsum of hand to compare shins and feet bilaterally
- temp should decrease moving distally
2
Q
What pulses should be measured?
A
- femoral (but omit in osce)
- popliteal (if no foot pulses)
- posterior tibial
- dorsalis pedis
3
Q
What should be measured in a vascular exam?
A
- temperature
- 4 pulses
- capillary refill
