Author Question: A patient has been ordered a fentanyl patch known as Duragesic for chronic pain. What patient ... (Read 72 times)

sc00by25 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A patient has been ordered a fentanyl patch known as Duragesic for chronic pain. What patient teaching should be provided to the patient and family?

A) Remove the patch every 3 days.
B) Apply it to the chest only.
C) Apply it for breakthrough pain.
D) Remove it daily and clean skin.

Question 2

A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia is being seen by the home care nurse. What is the most important aspect of patient teaching with this patient?

A) Maintain the medication regimen.
B) Report signs of neuralgia.
C) Stop medications if weight gain occurs.
D) Limit alcohol intake to two drinks per day.

jessofishing · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
Duragesic has a slow onset of action, but lasts about 72 hours. Duragesic can be applied to other areas of the skin, not solely on the chest. Duragesic is not applied for breakthrough pain. Duragesic is not removed daily.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
The patient should be instructed to maintain the medication regime to control symptoms of schizophrenia. Reporting signs of neuralgia is not taught because the medication does not have this effect. The medications will cause weight gain and should not be stopped in the event that weight gain develops. The use of alcohol is strictly prohibited with antipsychotic agents.