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What actions should the nurse take when applying a fentanyl transdermal patch to a client?Apply the patch to a flat surface on the upper torso. Reapply the new patch to the same site as the previous patch. Remove any fentanyl patches that are still attached to the skin. Apply to clean, moist skin and cover with a bandage. If it is the first patch, obtain a short-acting analgesic prescription.
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