Practice Question
The nurse is providing teaching to a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus about important points for disease and symptom management. Which response by the client indicates understanding?
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Correct Answer:
Keep any wounds covered with an antibiotic ointment.
Rationale:
🔶 Diabetic clients must be proactive in wound care to prevent infection and complications such as diabetic foot ulcers.
🔶 Covering wounds with an antibiotic ointment and sterile dressing reduces bacterial growth and promotes healing.
🔶 Poor circulation and sensation in type 2 diabetes increase risk for unnoticed or untreated wounds.
🔶 This response reflects appropriate self-care and safety practices in managing chronic diabetes-related skin injuries.
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This question is from RN-HESI Exit~2025 Exam 4 which contains 100 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI-Exit Exam(s)
- Domain: HESI Exit Exam(s)~2025
- Answer Choices: 4