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AC: Nursing Practice AC-12: Foot Care
No. Competency Item NAC DEV COM DTE EXC
AC-12-01 Demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy and physiology of feet and lower extremities.
AC-12-02 Demonstrate knowledge of purpose of foot and nail care.
AC-12-03 Demonstrate knowledge of common micro-organisms of the feet such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and yeast.
AC-12-04 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to provide basic foot care for clients.
AC-12-05 Demonstrate knowledge of principles utilized to minimize risk of transmission of infection.
AC-12-06 Demonstrate knowledge of complications of diabetes and the effects on the feet such as neuropathy and decrease in sensation, movement and circulation.
AC-12-07 Demonstrate knowledge of complications of circulatory impairment.
AC-12-08 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to teach appropriate foot care to client and caregiver.
AC-12-09 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to access and refer clients to members of the multi-disciplinary team as necessary.
AC-12-10 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to document and report procedure and client response.
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