FCC FCC Patient Education & Self-Care 2

Question 1

When educating a patient about moisturizing their feet, which area should be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Between the toes

Answer

Applying moisturizer between the toes traps moisture in an already occluded space, promoting fungal growth and maceration.

Question 2

What instruction is most important for preventing athlete's foot recurrence?

Accepted Answer

Keep feet dry and change socks daily

Answer

Keeping feet dry and changing socks daily eliminates the moist environment that dermatophytes require to thrive, reducing recurrence risk.

Question 3

What is the recommended first-aid action for an intact blister on the foot?

Accepted Answer

Leave intact, protect with padding, and monitor

Answer

An intact blister roof serves as a natural biological dressing that protects the underlying tissue; breaking it prematurely increases infection risk.

Question 4

Which sign should prompt a diabetic patient to seek immediate professional foot care?

Accepted Answer

Redness, warmth, swelling, or a wound not healing within a few days

Answer

Redness, warmth, swelling, or a non-healing wound in a diabetic patient indicates possible infection or ulceration requiring urgent professional intervention.

Question 5

What ergonomic advice should be given to patients who stand for prolonged periods at work?

Accepted Answer

Use supportive footwear with cushioned insoles and take scheduled rest breaks

Answer

Supportive footwear with cushioned insoles combined with periodic seated rest reduces cumulative mechanical load on foot structures during prolonged standing.

FCC - Foot Care Certification Practice Test

FCC - Foot Care Certification Practice Test

FCC FCC Patient Education & Self-Care 2