NUR 243 Quiz 4 - Questions and Answers

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NUR 243 Quiz 4 - Questions and Answers Autonomic Dysreflexia DUE TO SPINAL CORD INJURY T6 or higher -due to stimulus SNS responds and vasoconstriction occurs -parasympathetic cannot respond Autonomic... Dysreflexia symptoms SUDDEN headache -Hypertension -bradycardia -diaphoresis above injury -skin flushing above injury -cool clammy skin below injury -nausea -blurred vision/spots -anxiety -piloerection -nasal congestion Autonomic dysreflexia causes ANY STIMULI distended bladder or rectum is main cause -constricted clothing -skin breakdown -fecal impaction/urinary retention [Show More]

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