BS Nursing Pathophysiology
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A patient with a spinal cord injury develops autonomic dysreflexia. This life-threatening condition is characterized by:

A. Widespread vasodilation and hypotension.
B. Uncontrolled sympathetic overactivity below the level of injury in response to noxious stimuli.
C. Bradycardia and warm, dry skin.
D. Hypoglycemia.

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  • Widespread vasodilation and hypotension.
  • Uncontrolled sympathetic overactivity below the level of injury in response to noxious stimuli.
  • Bradycardia and warm, dry skin.
  • Hypoglycemia.

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