A 68-year-old with PAD and new ulcer infection is treated successfully. To prevent recurrence, which foot care measure is recommended?...

Question

A 68-year-old with PAD and new ulcer infection is treated successfully. To prevent recurrence, which foot care measure is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Regular foot exams, proper footwear, and risk-factor control

Answer

Prophylactic antibiotics long-term

Answer

Daily antiseptic soaks

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No special care if healed

Answer

High-dose steroids to reduce inflammation

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): PAD Foot Care