Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) is a medical emergency that can occur in people with a SCI level T6 and above. AD can have a significant impact on the person and can impact on clinical decision making across all disciplines and settings.
This session will cover:
- Pathophysiology of AD
- Management of AD
- Prevention AD
Attendees will gain:
- Understanding of what autonomic dysreflexia is and potential complications
- Gain knowledge about how to identify symptoms of autonomic dysreflexia
- Understanding of management strategies for autonomic dysreflexia in inpatient and community settings