A patient diagnosed with a spinal cord injury experienced spinal shock lasting 15 days.The patient is now experiencing an uncompensated cardiovascular response to sympathetic stimulation.What does the nurse suspect caused this condition?
A) Toxic accumulation of free radicals below the level of the injury
B) Pain stimulation above the level of the spinal cord lesion
C) A distended bladder or rectum
D) An abnormal vagal response

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A distended bladder or rectum can trigger autonomic dysreflexia, a condition characterized by an uncompensated cardiovascular response to sympathetic stimulation in patients with spinal cord injuries.

A Patient Diagnosed with a Spinal Cord Injury Experienced Spinal