Choose an area of skin that is dry, not hairy, red or sore, and that has not been exposed to radiotherapy. The upper arm or body are good places; the back may be better for young children so they cannot peel off the patch. Avoid using soap and any creams, oils or ointments on the skin before applying a patch. Peel off the old patch. Fold it in half, sticky sides together, before throwing it away. Each patch is in a sealed pouch. When you are ready to apply the patch, cut or tear open the pouch along the dotted line….