The Most Common Adverse Effect of the Transdermal Nicotine Replacement

question 4

Multiple Choice

The most common adverse effect of the transdermal nicotine replacement patch is:

• A)Nicotine toxicity
• B)Tingling at the site of patch application
• C)Skin irritation under the patch site
• D)Life-threatening dysrhythmias

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Definitions:

Scarf Sign

A neonatal assessment where the examiner gently moves one of the baby's arms across the body to touch the opposite shoulder, assessing for developmental dysplasia or neuromuscular disorders.

Strawberry Hemangioma

A benign vascular tumor characterized by a red, lumpy area on the skin that is present at birth or develops within a few weeks after.

Port-Wine Stain

A type of birthmark caused by swollen blood vessels which gives a reddish to purplish discoloration of the skin.