Medicated Transdermal Patch Application Procedure

STANDARD DOT PROCEDURE Application or Removal of Medicated Transdermal Patch Client Label: GOAL: To apply/remove medicated transdermal patch....

STANDARD DOT PROCEDURE Application or Removal of Medicated Transdermal Patch Client Label: GOAL: To apply/remove medicated transdermal patch. Maintain DIPPS Throughout Procedure SUPPLIES: SCHEDULE: check if patch has been Medicated transdermal patch applied in the morning. If not applied then do so. Gloves Washcloth Placement :Rotating sites STORAGE SPACE: REPORTABLE OBSERVATIONS: 1) Inability to complete task. □ Cupboard beside or above fridge 2) Skin Irritation. 3) Incorrect number of patches found on client’s body. □ Cupboard beside or above kitchen sink 4) Change in client condition. □ Lock box PROCEDURE RATIONALE 1) Wash hands. 1) To maintain cleanliness as per standard precautions. 2) Gather supplies and assemble on a clean, 2) To complete task in an organized manner. dry surface. 3) Check #1 Identify the Rights of 3) SAFETY Medication Assistance 4) To ensure correct medication is given. 4) Put gloves on. 4) To maintain cleanliness as per standard precautions. 5) Check #2 Identify the Rights of 5) SAFETY Medication Assistance 6) Remove old patch as needed. Fold old patch inward, adhesive to adhesive and discard in 6) To prevent overdose of medication. To maintain clean and pharmacy approved container. Wash and dry healthy skin. To prevent transfer of medication to caregiver. skin where patch has been. 7) Check #3 Identify the Rights of 7) SAFETY Medication Assistance 8) Using an ink pen, write current date and 8) To show, once the patch is applied, it is the correct day’s time on the medicated patch. patch on the client. 9) Apply new patch, using rotating sites. 9) To reduce the incidence of skin irritation, To allow optimal Do not apply to irritated or noticeably hair- skin contact. covered skin. 10) Remove gloves and discard in garbage. 10) To maintain in cleanliness as per standard precautions. Wash hands. 11) Sign flow sheet. Report and record any 11) To maintain accurate records. reportable observations. CLIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS: Client has a private carer who may have already applied the nitro patch. Check with client first before applying his patch NAME and Credentials of Healthcare Provider: (please print) SIGNATURE and Credentials of Healthcare Provider: