Author Question: What is the proper way to prepare skin for a transdermal patch? a. Shave the skin that will be ... (Read 64 times)

APUS57 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

What is the proper way to prepare skin for a transdermal patch?

a. Shave the skin that will be underneath the patch.
b. Leave the old patch on and apply the new one next to it.
c. Clean and dry the skin where the patch will be applied.
d. Remove the old patch and apply the new one to the exact same spot.

Question 2

To prevent a drug overdose from receiving two doses too close together, what should you do immediately after giving a PRN pain drug?

a. Ask if the patient's pain has been relieved.
b. Check the patient's vital signs.
c. Notify the prescriber.
d. Document the action.