No, absolutely not! A PCA may remind the client it is time for their meds and may even bring the meds to the client. But a PCA is not trained to administer medication of any kind!
The answer depends on laws governing nursing in your state. For instance, in New York, only a licensed health care professional can give insulin. PCAs, CNAs, and medical assistants may not. Contact your state Board of Nursing for information specific to your situation.
If you mean "administer" then yes. But only a licensed professional can prescribe the medication. Any family member can administer insulin actually. Most insulin injections are subcutaneous and administered by the patient.
You don't give insulin orally ! Insulin needs to be injected into the patient's bloodstream. The acids in the stomach would break down the insulin - rendering it useless.
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The answer depends on laws governing nursing in your state. For instance, in New York, only a licensed health care professional can give insulin. PCAs, CNAs, and medical assistants may not. Contact your state Board of Nursing for information specific to your situation.
If it relates to that patients care, or if (He/She) is taking care of that patient.
By telling the patient how to care for the wound.
you either A: haven't been giving insulin to treat what you have eaten, B: you might be sick or C: you haven't been taking care of your diabetes. watch what you eat, correct for highs, and give insulin for meals and hopefully you sugars wont be as high
If you mean "administer" then yes. But only a licensed professional can prescribe the medication. Any family member can administer insulin actually. Most insulin injections are subcutaneous and administered by the patient.
Thank the Dr. for providing the patient care and leave the room. Done.