PCA Questions and Answers
PCA Common Usage
POST-OPERATIVE CARE ( ORTHOPEDIC / GASTROINTESTINAL / GYNECOLOGICAL, palliative care, hospice
INS STANDARD
(INFUSION NURSE SOCIETY STANDARD)
The nurse should assess the patient for the appropriateness for the use of PCA therapy and the patient's...
PCA Questions and Answers
PCA Common Usage - answer POST-OPERATIVE CARE ( ORTHOPEDIC /
GASTROINTESTINAL / GYNECOLOGICAL, palliative care, hospice
INS STANDARD
(INFUSION NURSE SOCIETY STANDARD) - answer The nurse should assess the
patient for the appropriateness for the use of PCA therapy and the patient's
comprehension of, and the ability to participate in , the intended therapy. (INS ,2011)
PURPOSE FOR PCA - answer TO PROVIDE GOOD PAIN MANAGEMENT WITH
MINIMAL SEDATION
PUTTING THE PATIENT IN CONTROL OVER THERE OWN PAIN & SUFFERING
GIVING SMALL DOSES OF NARCOTICS FREQUENTLY THAN LARGE DOSE
INFREQUENTLY
CANIDATES for PCA - answer ●Those that anticipate pain that is severe and
intermittent.
●Have constant pain that worsens with activity.
●Can comprehend the usage of pushing the button for pain (technique).
●Have the functional ability to push the button. Never have another person press PCA
Button or by proxy.
●Are motivated.
●Are not sedated from other medication.
Nursing Process for PCA - answer How does the nurse ASSESS pain
Nursing Diagnosis - Differentiate between chronic and acute pain
Plan (Patient centered - (What does the patient normally use?)
Implement Interventions for pain
Evaluation of effectiveness.
Nursing steps For PCA - answer 1.Follow ;the rights of medication administration
2.Verification of Order before administering drug.
3.Check Expiration Date on Medication Container
4.Determine the correct dilution, amount, and length of administration time as
appropriate
5.Administer medication using the appropriateness infusion method.
6.Maintain aseptic technique at all times
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Pogba119. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $12.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
