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Flashcards in Autonomic Dysreflexia Deck (7)
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1
Q

Autonomic dysreflexia occurs in clients with what kind of injury?

A

Spinal cord injuries T6 or above

2
Q

What can cause Autonomic dysreflexia?

A

Noxious stimuli such as full bladder or fecal impaction

3
Q

Why is Autonomic dysreflexia so serious ?

A

Life threatening due to client becoming extremely hypertensive

4
Q

What are The 5 signs of Autonomic dysreflexia?

A
Increase in BP 40mm Hg
bradycardia 
blurred vision 
sweating
Headache
5
Q

What should be done during each episode

A

1st place in high Fowlers position
Check for bladder distention
loosen restrictive clothing

6
Q

What is the treatment

A

Removal of the stimuli

patient needs to void/bowel movement

7
Q

What is the most common cause ?

A

Urinary obstruction

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