Question

fentanyl transdermal patches typically should be changed every:
a. 24 hours.
b. 36 hours.
c. 72 hours.
d. 96 hours.

Explanation:

Fentanyl transdermal patches are designed to release the medication over a period, and typically, the recommended frequency for changing them is every 72 hours (3 days) to maintain effective drug delivery and manage pain. Option A (24 hours) is too frequent, B (36 hours) is not the standard, and D (96 hours) is longer than the typical recommendation.

Answer:

C. 72 hours.