Knowledge Questions

Response

YES

NO

Number

%

Number

%

Do you know that if people with diabetes can develop an ulcer, they should use special shoes?

117

93.6

8

6.4

Do you know DM patients should take medication regularly because they are liable to get DM complication?

116

92.8

9

7.2

DM patients should look after their feet because they may not feel a minor injury to their feet.

112

89.6

13

10.4

DM patients should look after their feet because wounds and infection may not heal quickly

109

87.2

16

12.8

DM patients should look after their feet because they may get a foot ulcer.

115

92

10

8

DM patients should not smoke because smoking causes poor circulation and affects the feet.

106

84.8

19

15.2

 Do you know if you found redness/bleeding between your toes what is the first thing you do?

108

86.4

17

13.6

 How often do you think you should inspect your feet?

67

53.6

58

46.4

How often do you think your feet should be washed?

67

53.6

58

46.4

What temperature of water do you think you should wash your feet in?

24

19.2

101

80.8

How often do you think you should inspect the inside of your footwear for objects or torn lining?

64

51.2

61

48.8

 How often do you think you should wear shoes and socks?

87

69.6

38

30.4

 Do you know warning signs for which consultation is required?

107

85.6

18

14.4

 Do you know importance of taking anti-diabetic treatment to prevent complications?

113

90.4

12

9.6

 Do you know why lotion not to be applied in the interspaces?

101

80.8

24

19.2