Astute assessment prevents paralysisJanuary 11, 2011What seems like a simple pulled muscle to a shipping clerk turns out to be cauda equina syndrome, a potentially paralyzing injury that warrants immediate surgery.
Autonomic dysreflexia in spinal cord injuriesOctober 3, 2024Patients with a spinal cord injury frequently endure multiple challenges stemming from their injuries—including issues related to breathing, skin breakdown, sexual activity, and bowel and bladder dysfunction—which can…
Caring for patients with spinal cord injuriesMay 11, 2016Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs) are a significant cause of disability, with profound—and in many cases devastating— consequences. According to recent data, about 12,000 SCIs occur annually in the United States, and up to 250,000 Americans are living…
Cervical Spine injuries: Preserving function, improving outcomesSeptember 11, 2007How to provide skilled care that stops the damage and helps your patient manage the injury.
Recognizing autonomic dysreflexiaSeptember 8, 2022Your quick action ensures a good outcome. Takeaways: Autonomic dysreflexia results from a noxious stimulus, such as a distended bladder or bowel. Signs and symptoms include sweating, hypertension,…
Spotting trouble after spinal surgeryJuly 11, 2011The rapid response team makes all the right moves when a patient experiences neck swelling and difficulty swallowing after an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion.
Autonomic dysreflexia in spinal cord injuriesBy: Pamela Bolton, MSN, RN, and Rachel Dedo, MSN, RN, C-EFM
