1.
Orthop Nurs
; 14(3): 17-20, 1995.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-7630661
ABSTRACT
This article discusses autonomic dysreflexia, which can occur in patients with spinal cord injury. This potentially life-threatening complication can be managed through an understanding of the disorder and its primary causes. The primary cause of this problem is usually a noxious stimuli that precipitates an abnormal response from the autonomic nervous system. Prevention is the primary nursing treatment and includes implementation of a bladder and bowel management program early in the treatment of the patient with spinal cord injury.
Subject(s)
Autonomic Nervous System Diseases/etiology , Spinal Cord Injuries/complications , Autonomic Nervous System Diseases/nursing , Humans , Patient Care Planning , Risk Factors
2.
Rehabil Nurs
; 11(6): 18-9, 1986.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-3642630