Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is providing preoperative teaching to a client about the administration of morphine via a PCA pump.Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A because it shows the client understands the concept of patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump, where they will receive a limited amount of pain medication when they press the button. This indicates the client knows they have control over their pain relief.
Choice B is incorrect as having someone else press the button goes against the purpose of PCA, which is for the patient to self-administer medication. Choice C is incorrect because unlimited medication can lead to overdose. Choice D is incorrect as waiting for severe pain can lead to ineffective pain management.
Choice B is incorrect as having someone else press the button goes against the purpose of PCA, which is for the patient to self-administer medication. Choice C is incorrect because unlimited medication can lead to overdose. Choice D is incorrect as waiting for severe pain can lead to ineffective pain management.