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Which type of traction, applied to fiberglass jacket, is used to immobilize and align the cervical vertebrae and relieve compression of nerve roots? |
Halo Device |
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Which condition is exaggerated sympathetic response to stimuli, such as bladder distention, that produces severe hypertension with potential for seizures and stroke? |
Autonomic dysreflexia |
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As spinal shock begins to subside and reflex returns the pt is at risk for |
Autonomic dysreflexia |
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What is the reason most spinal cord injured it’s can maintain bowel function? |
The bowel musculature has its own neural center that responds to fecal distention. |
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The nurse is taking care of pt with cervical traction on conventional bed. Which vest method for changing positions of this pt? |
Log rolling |
