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Diabetic Foot Screening Tool: Utility In A Busy Primary Care Setting, Crystal A. Cusanelli
Diabetic Foot Screening Tool: Utility In A Busy Primary Care Setting, Crystal A. Cusanelli
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Abstract
Problem: Providers in a Midwest rural clinic identified that foot care is often overlooked due to the complexity of diabetic patients and limited time available during office visits.
Purpose: This project examined the utility of an evidence-based, diabetic foot screening tool, provider satisfaction with the tool, and provider perceptions regarding foot care in a busy primary care practice.
Methodology: Providers were instructed on using the screening tool. The tool was utilized on all diabetic patients during office visits over a two-month period. Anonymous surveys were distributed and a focus group was conducted to gather post-implementation outcomes.
Results: Two providers …