The nurse is caring for a patient who has a PCA pump following total hysterectomy surgery. The nurse sees the visitor push the PCA button while the patient is sleeping quietly. What is the best response of the nurse?

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Only the patient should operate the PCA and push the administration button. Family members and visitors should never activate the PCA pump for the patient because too much medication could be delivered, resulting in overdose and respiratory suppression.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has a PCA