The nurse is teaching a patient how to use a topical medication. Which statement indicates an understanding of the procedure?
a. "If the patch starts to come off, I can secure it with tape."
b. "If the patch falls off, I will put a new one on in the same place."
c. "If my skin is irritated, I will cleanse it using water only."
d. "I can dispose of used materials in the household trash as usual."
C
If skin is inflamed, instruct patients to use only warm water rinse without soap for cleansing.
Instruct the patient on how to manage a transdermal patch that begins to peel off before the next dose is due. Rather than tape the patch or cover it, instruct the patient to remove the patch, clean the skin, and apply a new patch to a different area. Instruct the patient to wrap applicators, used patches, and similar materials and dispose of them into cardboard or plastic disposable containers. Careful disposal is necessary to ensure the safety of the patient, other adults, pets, and children.
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