Spinal Cord Injury Assessment PDF
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This document details assessment for spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury. It provides various signs and symptoms to look out for, including alterations in consciousness, pupil response, and reflexes. The assessment is critical in managing and treating spinal cord injuries.
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CHART 65-2 Assessment: Assessing Traumatic Brain Injury Be alert for the following signs and symptoms: Altered level of consciousness Confusion Pupillary abnormalities (changes in shape, size, and response to light) Altered or absent gag reflex Absent corneal reflex Sudden onset of neurolo...
CHART 65-2 Assessment: Assessing Traumatic Brain Injury Be alert for the following signs and symptoms: Altered level of consciousness Confusion Pupillary abnormalities (changes in shape, size, and response to light) Altered or absent gag reflex Absent corneal reflex Sudden onset of neurologic deficits Changes in vital signs (altered respiratory pattern, widened pulse pressure, bradycardia, tachycardia, hypothermia, or hyperthermia) Vision and hearing impairment Sensory dysfunction Headache Seizures
