The nurse has just completed programming of a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump using prescribed parameters. Which of the following actions should you take next?
A) Verify the settings with another nurse.
B) Document implementation of the PCA on the client's chart.
C) Attach the PCA pump tubing to the client's intravenous access device.
D) Check the pump's electrical cords for cracks, splits, or fraying.
Ans: A
This action should be performed before programming is initiated.
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