A patient with a spinal cord injury at T3-T4 experiences a sudden increase in blood pressure (BP)and has cool,pale,gooseflesh skin on the lower extremities.What should the nurse do while awaiting physician orders? (Select all that apply.)

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The patient is experiencing autonomic dysreflexia,which can cause hypertension and bradycardia.The nurse should monitor BP and then check for catheter patency and impaction,both of which can cause dysreflexia.B.C.The patient should be placed in high Fowler's position,and elastic stockings should be removed to allow blood to pool and reduce BP.

A Patient with a Spinal Cord Injury at T3-T4 Experiences