Reports severe headache and blurred vision

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The nurse is caring for a client with a spinal cord injury at T6. Upon entering the room, the client is diaphoretic and reports a severe headache and blurred vision. Vital signs are BP 215/102, P 52, and RR 28. The client's indwelling urinary catheter tubing is found kinked between the bed frame and mattress. Place the nursing actions in the correct order, beginning with the highest priority. Unkink the catheter tubing to allow the bladder to drain.? Elevate the head of the bed.? Administer intravenous hydralazine as prescribed.? Monitor vital signs closely.

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