The spouse of a patient with Alzheimer's disease asks a nurse for more information about the rivastigmine [Exelon] transdermal patch that is being used. Which statement by the spouse indicates a need for further explanation?
A) "Doses are lower but more steady with the transdermal patch."
B) "Reduced side effects occur with the transdermal patch."
C) "We only need to change the patch every 2 weeks."
D) "We should remove the old patch before applying the new one."
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