Diabetic Foot Exam: Key Steps for
Prevention and Management UPDATED
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What is the primary purpose of the 3-minute diabetic foot exam? - CORRECT ANSWER -To
quickly detect major risks and prompt referrals to specialists to prevent amputations.
What are the four key areas assessed during the 3-minute diabetic foot exam? - CORRECT
ANSWER -History, dermatologic/neurologic/musculoskeletal/vascular status, and patient
education.
What are two critical questions to ask regarding a patient's medical history during the exam? - CORRECT
ANSWER -History of previous ulcers/amputations and history of vascular procedures like bypass
or stents.
What should be checked during the dermatologic portion of the exam? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Nail condition, fungal infections, skin lesions, calluses, open wounds, and interdigital health.
What is the primary goal of the neurologic exam for diabetic feet? - CORRECT ANSWER -To
assess for protective sensation using light touch.
What musculoskeletal signs might indicate a Charcot deformity? - CORRECT ANSWER -A hot,
red, or inflamed midfoot.
Which two pulses should be checked during the vascular exam? - CORRECT ANSWER -Dorsalis
pedis (DP) and posterior tibial (PT) pulses.
What vascular sign on the foot or lower limb suggests potential circulation issues? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Decreased hair growth.
Prevention and Management UPDATED
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What is the primary purpose of the 3-minute diabetic foot exam? - CORRECT ANSWER -To
quickly detect major risks and prompt referrals to specialists to prevent amputations.
What are the four key areas assessed during the 3-minute diabetic foot exam? - CORRECT
ANSWER -History, dermatologic/neurologic/musculoskeletal/vascular status, and patient
education.
What are two critical questions to ask regarding a patient's medical history during the exam? - CORRECT
ANSWER -History of previous ulcers/amputations and history of vascular procedures like bypass
or stents.
What should be checked during the dermatologic portion of the exam? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Nail condition, fungal infections, skin lesions, calluses, open wounds, and interdigital health.
What is the primary goal of the neurologic exam for diabetic feet? - CORRECT ANSWER -To
assess for protective sensation using light touch.
What musculoskeletal signs might indicate a Charcot deformity? - CORRECT ANSWER -A hot,
red, or inflamed midfoot.
Which two pulses should be checked during the vascular exam? - CORRECT ANSWER -Dorsalis
pedis (DP) and posterior tibial (PT) pulses.
What vascular sign on the foot or lower limb suggests potential circulation issues? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Decreased hair growth.