When caring for a patient who experienced a T₁ spinal cord transsection 2 days ago, which collaborative and nursing actions will the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

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The patient is at risk for bradycardia and poikilothermia caused by sympathetic nervous system dysfunction and should have continuous cardiac monitoring and maintenance of a relatively warm room temperature. Gastrointestinal (GI) motility is decreased initially and NG suctioning is indicated. To avoid bladder distension, a retention catheter is used during this acute phase. Stress ulcers are a common complication but can be avoided through the use of the H₂ receptor blockers such as famotidine.

When Caring for a Patient Who Experienced a T1 Spinal

When Caring for a Patient Who Experienced a T₁ Spinal