CASE REPORT: Management Of A Diabetic Foot Wound: A Case Study

By Paulette Dugas RN IIWCC-CAN AWCC and Tara Salsman BScN MN RN CCNE

DOI: 10.56885/738460mygrmb

Diabetic foot ulcers remain a significant complication of diabetes, often requiring prolonged, multidisciplinary management to prevent infection, hospitalization and amputation. This case study describes the treatment of a diabetic foot wound in a 67‑year‑old long‑term care resident with multiple comorbidities. The individual demonstrated intermittent non‑adherence to treatment recommendations, contributing to recurrent callus formation and episodes of infection. Through consistent monitoring, repeated debridement, timely infection management, and ongoing collaboration between the wound care consultant, nursing staff, and the resident, complete wound closure was achieved. This case underscores the importance of persistence, flexibility, and relationship centered practice in supporting long term healing and preventing ulcer recurrence in the complex environment of long term care.