The rn noted that there were two red raised blistered areas forming a double ring on abdomen where toco had been.The pt denies pain, itching or irritation and didn't even know it was there.The pt reports it felt warm where toco had been but not hot enough to burn.The toco felt warm to touch.A physician was called to inform and md came to assess.The pt states no pain, itching or burning.The md instructs to wash area with soap and water and keep under observation.A different toco applied but washed thoroughly first and 4x4 gauze placed between skin and toco avoiding already irritated area.Initial toco sent to biomed.Phillips tocodynamometer.
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