Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
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You are teaching a client about the patient controlled analgesia (PCA) planned for post-operative care. Which statement indicates further teaching may be needed by the client?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Patient controlled analgesia offers the client more control. The client should be instructed to initiate additional doses as needed without asking for assistance unless there is insufficient control of the pain.