Abstract

This qualitative study explored the experiences of people living with a diabetic foot ulcer. The findings provide an understanding of how people with DFUs experience and endure the realities of having a DFU including their experiences of undertaking daily foot care.

Authors

Saneh Khunkaew

Author Details

Saneh Khunkaew, School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Wollongong New South Wales, Australia

Sigma Membership

Alpha

Lead Author Affiliation

University of Wollongong, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Thailand, Lived Experience

Conference Name

29th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Melbourne, Australia

Conference Year

2018

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An exploration of the experiences of people living with diabetic foot ulcers: A qualitative study

Melbourne, Australia

This qualitative study explored the experiences of people living with a diabetic foot ulcer. The findings provide an understanding of how people with DFUs experience and endure the realities of having a DFU including their experiences of undertaking daily foot care.