DIABETIC FOOT CARE: PERFORMING

Course overview

Five percent of people with diabetes mellitus (DM) develop a diabetic foot ulcer each year, and 40% of these ulcers lead to amputation. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of diabetic foot care, including measures taken to prevent diabetes-related complications. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.