When applying a new transdermal patch, remove the old patch first. Leaving more than one drug patch on a patient can cause a possible ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
overdose
When applying a new transdermal patch, remove the old patch first. Leaving more than one drug patch on a patient can cause a possible overdose.
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1. Online computer services 2. Recreational directors 3. Local newspapers 4. Telephone book
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1. The depression will not subside. 2. The client may develop seizures. 3. The diphenhydramine (Benadryl) will not control allergies. 4. The client may develop a hypertensive crisis.
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