A patient with a diabetic foot ulcer says, "My friend took some kind of oxygen chamber treatments for her wound a year or so ago and it healed right up. Would that work for me?" What should the nurse consider prior to responding?

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The nurse should consider that hyperbaric therapy has some inherent dangers but has been proven effective in helping to heal wounds. While hypoglycemia is a concern for people with diabetes, it is not a contraindication for hyperbaric therapy. The technology has been shown to be effective in improving the status of ulcers on the lower extremities. While fire hazards are a concern, appropriate precautions are taken to minimize this risk.

A Patient with a Diabetic Foot Ulcer Says, "My Friend