Spinal shock secondary to thoracic spinal cord injury

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The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing spinal shock secondary to a thoracic (T1) spinal cord injury. Which statement by the client indicates understanding? The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing spinal shock secondary to a thoracic (T1) spinal cord injury. Which statement by the client indicates understanding? "The loss of bladder and bowel function is a long-term, permanent issue." "The loss of feeling and function in my legs may or may not resolve over time." "A low blood pressure is expected after spinal cord injury." A high blood pressure is expected after spinal cord injury.

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