PCA:

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PCA:

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PCA stands for patient-controlled analgesia, which allows a client to self-administer pain medication within prescribed parameters set by the provider. The provider can control the amount of medication the client receives by setting limits on the frequency and dose of the medication. PCA typically involves the use of an electronic pump and a pre-filled syringe or cassette containing the medication. It is not necessarily easy for any client to use, as it requires training and an understanding of how to properly use the device.