A 22-year-old client has suffered a spinal cord injury in which he is experiencing spinal shock and cannot feel his legs. Twenty-four hours after the injury, the client tells the nurse, “This will be good for me. I can handle this and I’m doing fine.” Which response from the nurse is most likely indicated?
A client with a spinal cord injury has difficulty determining when the bladder needs emptied. The nurse teaches the client about tapping to stimulate voiding. How would the nurse describe tapping to this client?
Which of the following factors increase the risk of spinal cord injury? Select all that apply.
The nursing care plan of a client with a T4-T6 spinal cord injury should include which of the following? Select all that apply.
The client has a spinal cord injury and is suffering from spinal shock. Which of the following is an expected symptom in spinal shock?
A client has suffered a spinal cord injury after a fall. When he is brought in for care, the client experiences diaphoresis and headache. The nurse notes that his blood pressure is 174/102 mmHg. Which action should the nurse perform first?
A client is preparing to undergo spinal surgery. In which position should the nurse place the client to best prevent injury during the surgical procedure?
A nurse has gathered an interdisciplinary team to work together to coordinate care for a client with a spinal cord injury. Which best describes the nurse’s role in collaborating with other members of the team to provide care for this client?
A client has suffered a spinal cord injury after a diving accident. When first brought to the emergency room, the client is suffering from spinal shock. Which symptoms best describe this condition?
The most appropriate prevention against spinal cord injury is which of the following actions?
