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    Ati nur2708 paediatrics final proctored exam
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    A nurse in the emergency department is monitoring a client who has a cervical spinal cord injury from a fall. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following complications? (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Hypotension is common due to neurogenic shock in spinal cord injuries. B. Hyperthermia can result from loss of autonomic control of temperature regulation. C. A weakened gag reflex is possible with cervical spinal injuries, increasing the risk of aspiration. D. Polyuria is not a common complication directly related to spinal cord injury. E. Absence of bowel sounds can indicate paralytic ileus, a potential complication in spinal cord injuries.

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