The nurse is caring for a patient recovering from a spinal cord injury sustained during a motor vehicle crash. What assessment finding indicates that the patient is developing neurogenic shock? Select all that apply.

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1. Hypotension is a manifestation of neurogenic shock because of the loss of autonomic reflexes.
2. Bradycardia occurs because of the loss of sympathetic innervation.
3. Warm, dry skin occurs because of a loss of cutaneous control of sweat glands.
4. Abdominal cramping is not a manifestation of neurogenic shock.
5. Palpitations are not seen in neurogenic shock.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Recovering from a Spinal