Write a PCA prescription for a 50 kg woman following laparotomy. Wa tch the preparation and attachment of PCA to a patient. Outline the mechanism of action of epidural and intrathecal opiates. A patient has received epidural morphine in the operating room. Subcutaneous infusion of opiate is gaining popularity as a very effective means of drug administration.
Acupuncture is effective in the relief of some types of chronic pain.