The Healthcare Provider Has Ordered a Monofilament Test on a Patient

question 3

Multiple Choice

The healthcare provider has ordered a monofilament test on a patient with diabetes mellitus. What should be included in the nurse's instruction?

• A) "A monofilament test is used to detect retinopathy in patients with diabetes."
• B) "A monofilament test will assess feeling and sensations in different parts of your feet."
• C) "A monofilament test will detect elevated blood glucose levels and ketones in the blood."
• D) "A monofilament test will indicate weak or absent peripheral pulses in your feet."

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