Urgent urological management of the paraplegic/quadriplegic patient.(Case Study)

Publication: Urologic Nursing

Publication Date: 01-DEC-03

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Individuals who have become paraplegic or quadriplegic as a result of trauma, disease, or surgery can offer a challenge to any member of the health care team when it comes to the treatment of medical conditions. Some urological conditions may precipitate an episode of autonomic dysreflexia, which is a syndrome that usually affects individuals with a spinal cord injury above T6. Having the necessary knowledge and experience to deal with this patient population can bring a welcomed sense of relief to patients who present to the emergency department with an urgent urological condition.

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Individuals who have become paraplegic or quadriplegic as a result of trauma, disease, or surgery can offer a challenge to any member of the health care team when it comes to the treatment of medical conditions. Having the necessary knowledge and experience to deal with this patient population can bring a welcomed sense of relief to patients who present to the emergency department with an urgent urological condition. Some urological conditions may precipitate an episode of autonomic dysreflexia, which is a syndrome that usually affects individuals with a spinal cord injury above T6. It is characterized by...

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