The Central Role of Learning in Preventing Foot Complications in Persons With Diabetes: A Scoping Review.

Journal: Journal of clinical nursing
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Despite a variety of literature reviews, there is limited understanding of the learning strategies healthcare professionals use to help patients adopt and maintain effective foot care practices.

Authors

  • Kristofer Björk
    University West Department of Health Sciences, Trollhättan, Sweden.
  • Susanne Andersson
    University West Department of Health Sciences, Trollhättan, Sweden.
  • Ulla Hellstrand Tang
    Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden.
  • Henrik Eriksson
    b Department of Nursing and Care , The Swedish Red Cross University College , Teknikringen 1, Box 55676, Stockholm 114 28 , Sweden.