A nurse is admitting an older adult client who has diabetic neuropathy with painful, burning feet. Which of the following interventions should the nurse anticipate the health care provider to prescribe?

Choice A reason: Foot inspection should be performed daily in diabetic patients to detect early signs of injury, infection, or ulceration. Weekly inspection is insufficient and not recommended. Choice B reason: Heating pads are contraindicated in diabetic neuropathy due to the risk of burns. Neuropathy impairs sensation, and patients may not detect excessive heat, leading to injury. Choice C reason: A bed cradle lifts the sheets off the feet, reducing pressure and friction that can exacerbate pain and skin breakdown. This is a safe and effective intervention for painful diabetic neuropathy. Choice D reason: Compression stockings are used for venous insufficiency and edema, not for neuropathic pain. They may worsen discomfort in patients with peripheral nerve sensitivity.