Q1. How long will I have my IV PCA or Epidural?

Q2. I dont think my family member will understand how to use that little button for pain medicine. Can I just push it for him?

Q3. Is there anything else I can do for my pain in addition to taking medications?

Q4. How do I tell the doctors and nurses about my pain?

Q5. Cant you just knock me out for about three days?

Q6. I dont like that "spaced out" feeling. Do all pain medicines have this side effect?

Q7. Will I get "hooked" on my pain medicine?

Q8. Can I take the pain medicine Ive been taking at home in the hospital?

Q9. What information is important for the doctor and nurses to know in order to assist me in formulating my pain management plan?

Q10. What is a Pain Management Service? Cant my surgeon give me pain medicine?