Practice Question
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about epidural PCA with a client who is in active labor. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
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Correct Answer:
"The machine is programmed to prevent you from administering more than a safe dose."
Rationale:
🟣A PCA (Patient-Controlled Analgesia) device is electronically programmed to deliver medication safely within preset limits.
🟣The lockout interval prevents overdose by restricting how frequently the client can self-administer doses.
🟣This technology enhances pain management autonomy while maintaining nurse and provider oversight.
🟣It promotes consistent analgesia without risking respiratory depression from excess dosing.
🟣The nurse reinforces safety, explaining that the system is designed for comfort and protection.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exit Exam(s)
- Domain: Exit Exam(s)~2025
- Answer Choices: 4