The nurse's client is using PCA morphine sulfate for pain management postoperatively; the nurse understand's the responsibility to:
a. monitor the IV site for infiltration and phlebitis.
b. administer a bolus dose of epidural morphine sulfate every four hours.
c. push the button for the client, if incapacitated.
d. assess the client's level of comfort.
ANS: A, D
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Correct a. and d. are nursing responsibilities when caring for a client using PCA.
Incorrect b. is the responsibility of the health care provider; the nurse should not push the dosing button for the client.
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