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THE JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL ORDER SHEET Intravenous (IV) Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) for Sickle Cell Patients in Adult Emergency DepartmentPage 1of 2for addressograph plateORDERED DATETIMEOrder

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1. Gather all the necessary equipment for patient controlled analgesia (PCA) including the PCA pump, medication vials, tubing, and instructions.
2. Verify the patient's prescription for PCA including the type and dosage of medication to be administered.
3. Load the medication vial into the PCA pump and prime the tubing according to the manufacturer's instructions.
4. Program the PCA pump according to the patient's prescription, taking into account factors such as bolus dose, lockout interval, and basal infusion rate.
5. Educate the patient on how to use the PCA pump, including how to request a bolus dose and how to recognize and report any symptoms of medication overdose or adverse reactions.
6. Monitor the patient closely for pain relief, side effects, and adherence to the prescribed PCA regimen.
7. Document all aspects of the PCA process, including medication administration, patient education, and monitoring.

Who needs patient controlled analgesia for?

1. Patients who are experiencing moderate to severe pain that requires frequent or continuous administration of analgesic medication.
2. Patients who are unable to easily self-administer pain medication through traditional routes (e.g. oral, intramuscular) due to physical limitations or cognitive impairments.
3. Patients who have a history of opioid tolerance or dependence and require careful titration of pain medication to manage their symptoms effectively.

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What is patient controlled analgesia for?

Patient controlled analgesia (PCA) is a method that allows patients to manage their own pain by administering a pre-determined amount of pain medication through a pump.

Who is required to file patient controlled analgesia for?

Healthcare providers and institutions that administer PCA therapy are required to ensure proper documentation and filing of PCA protocols and records.

How to fill out patient controlled analgesia for?

To fill out PCA documentation, healthcare providers must record the patient's pain assessment, the type and dosage of medication administered, and patient responses to the medication in the medical record.

What is the purpose of patient controlled analgesia for?

The purpose of PCA is to allow patients to achieve optimal pain control on their own terms, which can enhance their comfort and overall recovery process.

What information must be reported on patient controlled analgesia for?

Information that must be reported includes patient identification, medication type, dosage administered, time of administration, and the patient's pain levels pre- and post-medication.