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Do Patients With Diabetes Wear Shoes of the Correct Size? CME DisclosuresRelease Date: December 31, 2007; Valid for credit through December 31, 2008 |
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| The content of this CME activity, "Do Patients With Diabetes Wear Shoes of the Correct Size?," was developed by the faculty.
To participate in this activity: (1) review the target audience, learning objectives, and author disclosures; (2) study the education content; (3) take the post-test and/or complete the evaluation; (4) view/print certificate View details.
The incidence of diabetes is increasing, and 15% of patients with diabetes will develop an ulcer -- with half noticing the lesions themselves. The majority of foot ulcers occur on the digits. Self-examination of the feet and proper fitting of footwear for diabetic patients are essential to prevent ulcers, especially in the presence of sensory neuropathy or ischemia. - Do Patients With Diabetes Wear Shoes of the Correct Size?
Simon J. Harrison, PhD
Lynda Cochrane, PhD
Rami J. Abboud, MD
Graham P. Leese, MD, FRCP
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Learning Objectives Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to: - Describe the prevalence and characteristics of ulcers in patients with diabetes
- List the principles of fitting shoes correctly in diabetic patients
- Describe the frequency of checking feet for ulcers by diabetic
patients
- Define incorrect shoe size
- Describe the prevalence of incorrect shoe size in patients with diabetes presenting to an outpatient clinic
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Medscape, LLC designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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