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[Narrator] Some medications
can be administered

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by applying a medicated patch.

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The medication is
absorbed through the skin

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and into the person's bloodstream.

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Begin by washing your hands.

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When giving medication in this way,

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it's important to wear disposable gloves.

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You want to prevent the medication

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from getting onto your skin

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and being absorbed into your body.

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You can tell.

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Okay, so where's the patch?

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[Narrator] First, ensure
that all previous patches

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have been removed.

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[Nurse] Patch off here.

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Okay, there we go.

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[Narrator] Fold used patches in half

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with the adhesive sides together.

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Select a new, clean dry area,
typically above the waist.

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It's best to choose a spot
where there's limited movement

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and away from skin folds.

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For example, the upper
back, chest, or upper arms.

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Avoid broken, irritated, or scarred skin.

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Prepare the new area by gently
washing and drying the skin,

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and clipping hair if necessary.

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Don't shave the hair.

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As with all medications,

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it's important to ensure you
have the right medication

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and you're giving the right
amount on the right day and time

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as prescribed by the healthcare provider.

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Take the patch out of
its protective packaging.

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And before you remove the
backing from the sticky side,

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write the date on the
top side of the patch.

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This will help you keep
track of when it was applied.

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[Nurse] December the 8th.

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[Narrator] Apply the sticky
side against the skin.

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Press the patch firmly for 30 seconds

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to ensure it stays in place.

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Tape along the edges only
if needed to keep it secure.

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Don't cover the whole patch with tape.

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When applying medications
through the skin,

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any kind of heat over the medicated area

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will speed absorption,

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so avoid anything that
heats the body surface.

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If the person has a fever, talk
to your healthcare provider.

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When you're done, remove
and discard the gloves,

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and wash your hands.

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Document the medication
and when it was given

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in your medication record.

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Also note when the patch
needs to be changed.

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It may be helpful to write the
date of the next patch change

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on a calendar.

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