A patient is diagnosed with hypertension, and the care team is establishing the best medication regimen to match the patient's decreased level of function. Which of the following medications can be administered by transdermal patch?
A) Amlodipine (Norvasc)
B) Candesartan (Atacand)
C) Enalapril (Vasotec)
D) Clonidine (Catapres)
D
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Clonidine is available as a transdermal patch. Enalapril, candesartan, and amlodipine are not available by this route.
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