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A patient-education tool for patient-controlled analgesia
1Bronx Veterans Affairs Medical Center, New York, USA.
Oncology Nursing Forum
|December 17, 1997
Abstract
Purpose/Objectives:
To develop a pamphlet for educating patients about patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
Data Sources:
Journal articles and pump manufacturers' materials.
Data Synthesis:
This pamphlet defines PCA and describes PCA pump operation, pain assessment, medication side effects, and safety considerations. A numerical pain-assessment tool also is included.
Conclusions:
This pamphlet has been helpful in assisting patients to use PCA pumps effectively.
Implications For Nursing Practice:
Nurses can use this tool to educate patients requiring PCA therapy for pain management.