A Client Was Prescribed a Transdermal Nitroglycerin Patch, 5 Mg/24

question 20

Multiple Choice

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.

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