patient education class

[bookworm1]

I have to develop an educational plan for a mentally retarded patient regarding maintenance care for my online Patient Education class. I am supposed to choose something 'simple' so I have decided that educating a patient on the use of a transdermal patch would fulfill the bill. I haven't worked with transdermal patches before and my experience with MR adults is limited. To make it as realistic as possible, I am asking for some help!

what I need help with is:

1) What types of transdermal patches are available (I know nicotine, nitro, and a few others)

2) any personal stories on specific difficulties or positive encounters on educating a MR or learning disabled patient on home care for specific medical conditions.

Thanks alot!

Bookworm1