The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Spinal

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a spinal cord injury who develops autonomic dysreflexia (AD) .Which action is most important for the nurse to take first?

• A) Elevate the head of the bed.
• B) Notify the charge nurse.
• C) Decrease the IV fluid rate.
• D) Administer antihypertensive medication.

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