A patient with chronic pain is being started on a "patch." What should the nurse include when instructing the patient about this pain-relieving delivery system?. Select all that apply.

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It is important for the nurse to instruct the patient not to apply heat or massage the area where the patch is placed, as these actions can affect drug absorption and increase the risk of side effects. The statement "It will not work as well as oral pain medications" is not necessarily true, as patches can provide effective pain relief for certain patients. The statement "The patient will never experience breakthrough pain" is also not necessarily true, as patches can have limitations and may not provide complete pain control. The statement "The patient will never overdose with this delivery method" is false, as patches can still pose a risk of overdose if not used as prescribed.

A Patient with Chronic Pain Is Being Started on a "Patch