ADDRESSING SPINAL SHOCK

Updated 7/25

Injury to the spinal column may not be easy to diagnose

 at the scene of the accident. The spinal column has a high
network of nerves which control blood pressure. 

Injury to the spinal cord will result in blood flow 

              being affected and ultimately a change in blood pressure.

    IV Fluid replacement therapy and drugs such as
    Dopamine, may be necessary to correct hypotension.
                                         

IV Steriods may be ordered bythe doctor, to decrease
      swelling around the spinal cord and reduce further damage.

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