A patient with quadriplegia from a C5 injury is wearing a Halo vest and begins to experience a throbbing headache and nausea.What should the nurse do first?

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The patient has symptoms of autonomic dysreflexia,which can occur in patients with injuries above the T6 level.B.Once blood pressure is checked and under control,then further assessment can be done to find the source of the problem.D.Sitting will not fix the problem.C.The physician or charge nurse can be notified as needed once further assessment and intervention are completed.

A Patient with Quadriplegia from a C5 Injury Is Wearing