Discharge Instructions for Diabetic Foot Pressure Injuries

You have been diagnosed with pressure injuries of the foot related to diabetes. Diabetes is a disease that makes it very hard to control your blood sugar. One dangerous complication of diabetes is a higher risk of developing serious foot problems.

Coughing Techniques

There are methods you can use to remove mucus from your airways and help you breathe better. Follow these steps to do controlled coughing and the "huff" technique.

Discharge Instructions: Checking for Ketones

Learn about how to test for ketones in your blood or urine. The body needs glucose for energy. If it doesn't get the glucose it needs, it starts burning fat. This makes ketones. They can build up in the body and cause a dangerous condition called ketoacidosis.