A client was prescribed a transdermal nitroglycerin patch, 5 mg/24 hr. What is an important point of instruction for the client?
a. Leave the old patch on when applying the new patch.
b. Change to a new site when applying the new nitroglycerin patch.
c. Apply the nitroglycerin patch only to the chest area.
d. The patch medication area may be touched while applying it.
ANS: B
The client should change to a new site when applying a new nitroglycerin patch.
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