The patient voices concern to the nurse regarding his patient-controlled analgesia (PCA)pump.He states that he is afraid of getting an overdose if he pushes the button too many times.The nurse reassures the patient that:

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The nurse should reassure the patient that there is a time delay (lockout) between patient doses, meaning that the patient cannot accidentally receive too high of a dose. In addition, there is also a maximum dose that the patient can receive, which provides an extra layer of safety. The nurse should address the patient's concerns and provide education on the safe use of the PCA pump, rather than suggesting a different method of pain management.

The Patient Voices Concern to the Nurse Regarding His Patient-Controlled