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.