NEUROLOGY
HEMIPARESIS
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Question
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The nurse is caring for a client immediately following a spinal cord injury (SCI). Which is an acute complication of SCI?
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Cardiogenic shock
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Tetraplegia
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Paraplegia
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Spinal shock
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Neurogenic shock is a devastating consequence of spinal cord injury (SCI). It manifests as hypotension, bradyarrhythmia, and temperature dysregulation due to peripheral vasodilatation following an injury to the spinal cord.
Detailed explanation-2: -Call 911 or emergency medical help. Keep the person still. Place heavy towels or rolled sheets on both sides of the neck or hold the head and neck to prevent movement. Avoid moving the head or neck.
Detailed explanation-3: -Initial care-immobilisation: Immobilize the entire spine of any patient with known or potential SCI. Immobilize neck with a foam collar.
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