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  • To inform acute care clinicians about the dual nature of transdermal fentanyl.
  • To highlight the importance of recognizing both therapeutic and illicit applications.
  • To aid in managing patients experiencing fentanyl intoxication.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on transdermal fentanyl.
  • Analysis of therapeutic prescribing patterns.
  • Examination of documented cases of fentanyl abuse and intoxication.

Main Results:

  • Transdermal fentanyl provides sustained pain relief.
  • Illicit use includes non-prescribed application and altered delivery methods.
  • Clinicians must differentiate between prescribed use and overdose scenarios.

Conclusions:

  • Awareness of fentanyl patch applications is vital for acute care.
  • Effective management requires understanding therapeutic benefits and abuse potential.
  • Prompt recognition of intoxication is key to patient outcomes.