The home care nurse instructs a patient with peripheral atherosclerosis on foot care. Which observations indicate that teaching has been effective?

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Using a razor to cut toenails can result in injury and increase the risk of infection, so choice A is incorrect. Walking barefoot can also increase the risk of injury or infection, making choice B incorrect. Washing feet and legs with warm water helps maintain good hygiene and prevent infection, so choice C is correct. Applying powder to the feet is unnecessary and can actually increase the risk of infection, so choice D is incorrect. Inspecting feet and legs each day with a mirror is an important part of foot care for patients with peripheral atherosclerosis, so choice E is correct.

The Home Care Nurse Instructs a Patient with Peripheral Atherosclerosis