Improving outcomes for people with diabetes

Implementation impact: Improving clinical outcomes related to foot ulcers for people with diabetes

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This Evidence Booster examines the impact of implementing RNAO’s Assessment and Management of Foot Ulcers for People with Diabetes (2013) best practice guideline at one of Canada’s largest providers of home care and specialized community services in Ottawa, Ontario.

CBI Home Health maintained consistent assessment and documentation of bilateral lower extremities for persons with diabetes and foot ulceration, as well as an increase in the percentage of persons who were prescribed an offloading device.