Recognition and management of autonomic dysreflexia in a patient with a spinal cord injury

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    Abstract

    Autonomic dysreflexia is a potentially life-threatening condition that affects patients with a spinal cord injury at the level of T6 or above. It is characterised by uncontrolled elevation of systolic blood pressure of more than 20mmHg, which may occur alongside bradycardia.

    This article explains the pathophysiology of autonomic dysreflexia, alongside its causes, signs and symptoms. It also details the pharmacological and non-pharmacological management interventions that should be promptly initiated in patients who present to the emergency department with autonomic dysreflexia, to alleviate their symptoms and prevent further complications.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)22-27
    Number of pages6
    JournalEmergency Nurse
    Volume28
    Issue number6
    Early online date10 Dec 2019
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1 Mar 2020

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