Question

A 66-year-old with diabetes has intact protective sensation on monofilament in 9/10 sites and no ulcers. What screening interval for foot examination is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Annually at minimum

Answer

Every 6 months for all patients

Answer

Only when symptomatic

Answer

Every 3 years

Answer

Only if A1c >8%

Practice question

A 66-year-old with diabetes has intact protective sensation on monofilament in 9/10 sites and no ulcers. What screening interval for foot examination is recommended?