Which nursing action will the home health nurse include in the plan of care for a patient with paraplegia at the T4 level in order to prevent autonomic dysreflexia?
a. Support selection of a high-protein diet.
b. Discuss options for sexuality and fertility.
c. Assist in planning a prescribed bowel program.
d. Use quad coughing to strengthen cough efforts.
ANS: C
Fecal impaction is a common stimulus for autonomic dysreflexia. Dietary protein, coughing, and discussing sexuality/fertility should be included in the plan of care but will not reduce the risk for autonomic dysreflexia.
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