3 Questions
What is the maximum duration for a PCA prescription?
4 days
What should be documented on the prescription section of the PCA chart if the patient has been administered an opioid via the neuraxial route?
Frequency of observations for 6 hours
What should be added to the order comments of any electronically prescribed PRN opioid medications?
NOT whilst on PCA
Test your knowledge on prescribing PCA opioids with the NSW Health PCA adult chart. This quiz covers the guidelines and requirements outlined in NSW Health Medication Handling in NSW Public Health Facilities PD2013_043, including the exclusion for Blacktown intensive care and high dependency unit where PCA is prescribed electronically. Sharpen your skills on completing the NSW Health PCA chart for patients receiving PCA opioids.
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