Which intervention by the nurse would be effective in the prevention of autonomic dysreflexia in the patient with a SCI?
A) Ensure patency of the urinary catheter.
B) Give warm baths to the patient to stimulate vasodilation.
C) Keep lighting at a minimum to reduce stimulation.
D) Offer the patient four or five small meals daily.
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