Which of the following symptoms is LEAST likely to be associated with autonomic dysreflexia?

In autonomic dysreflexia, a condition often seen in individuals with spinal cord injuries, there is a hyperactive response of the autonomic nervous system to stimuli, usually below the level of injury. This condition typically occurs in injuries at T6 or higher and can trigger a range of symptoms due to the body's exaggerated response.

Headache is a very common symptom associated with autonomic dysreflexia and is often described as a severe, pounding headache. It results from the high blood pressure that accompanies the condition, leading to increased intracranial pressure.

Gooseflesh, or piloerection, can occur as well. This symptom is a result of increased sympathetic activity, which can lead to the contraction of the small muscles at the base of hair follicles.

Nausea and vomiting can also present in cases of autonomic dysreflexia due to the body's overall stress response and elevated blood pressure, which can affect gastrointestinal function.

Hypotension, however, is typically not associated with autonomic dysreflexia; instead, patients usually experience hypertension due to the uncontrolled sympathetic response. This makes hypotension the least likely symptom related to this condition. Understanding the physiological responses involved in autonomic dysreflexia helps clarify why hypotension does not fit the