Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) Training - Available Now

Welcome to our Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) Training module. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of completion. The course duration is approximately 1 hour and will earn you 1 CPD point. You have 6 months from the date of purchase to finish this training.

Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) Training – Course Content
1. Introduction to PCA
2. Types of PCA Medication
3. Indications and Contraindications
4. PCA Equipment and Setup
5. Monitoring and Assessment
6. Patient and Family Education
7. Complications and Emergency Procedures
8. Legal, Ethical, and Documentation Responsibilities


Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the purpose and benefits of PCA
2. Identify appropriate patients for PCA use
3. Set up and program a PCA device safely under supervision
4. Monitor and assess patients receiving PCA therapy
5. Recognise adverse reactions and initiate appropriate responses
6. Educate patients and families on safe PCA use
7. Accurately document PCA-related care and communicate with the multidisciplinary team


We hope you find this module informative and beneficial for your professional development in Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) Training.

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly at 0208 3266 704 or email contact@trainhealthcare.com.

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

Nursing and Midwife Council's (CPD Points).

Requirements:
It is necessary to complete 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points) of relevant CPD within the three-year period since your last registration renewal or since joining the register.
Of these 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points), a minimum of 20 hours (20 Nursing CPD Points), should be dedicated to participatory learning, which involves engaging in activities that facilitate interaction with other professionals.