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What is the first action you should take?

A first day post-operative client on a PCA pump reports that the pain control is inadequate.

Asked by Wyatt Williams, Last updated: Oct 23, 2024

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John Smith

John Smith

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John Smith

Answered May 29, 2017

Assess the pain for location, quality, and intensity.

Assess the pain for changes in location, quality, and intensity, as well as changes in response to medication. This assessment will guide the next steps.
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