A patient is preparing to be discharged to home with hospice.She is on a morphine patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) in the hospital.She is concerned as to whether she can stay on her morphine PCA at home even when she is not able to give herself boluses.What would be an appropriate response from the clinician?

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It is possible for a trained family member or nurse to activate the dosing button on the PCA pump when the patient is unable to do so. This option allows the patient to continue using the PCA for pain management at home. It is important for the patient and their family to receive thorough education and training on the proper use of the PCA pump before leaving the hospital.

A Patient Is Preparing to Be Discharged to Home with Hospice.She