Case Study 1: Physical Examination in Chair
The physical examination continues with the patient seated in the chair.
The essential elements of the assessment include:
- Neurological examination
- Vascular examination
- Musculoskeletal examination
- Dermatological examination
- Examination of footwear and orthoses has already taken place
- Examination of other factors - such as diagnostic imaging- xrays etc.
For diabetes management, there are national guidelines that specify the nature and frequency of these examinations to achieve optimal care.
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Student: So Mr Bearay I just want to now assess your foot. We want to have a look at your nerves, your blood supply, the muscles, the joints in your foot and assess your skin quality if that's okay.
Mr Bearay: yes
