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Patients can undergo the test in a doctor's office, laboratory, or outpatient hospital setting.
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What is the test in which cerebrospinal fluid is withdrawn from the lumbar back for analysis?
LP or Lumbar Puncture Analysis.
What diagnostic test removes cerebrospinal fluid with a needle?
lumbar puncture
A 14-year-old boy has just been admitted with symptoms of meningitis nuchal rigidity fever vomiting and lethargy The nurse knows to expect to prepare for the following test?
Prepare for lumbar puncture
Which fluid is obtained by lumbar puncture?
Cerebrospinal fluid is obtained by lumbar puncture.
How long does it take to have a lumbar puncture?
A lumbar puncture takes about 30 minutes.
Where do you do a lumbar puncture?
Lumbar puncture is done at the level of L3 to L4.
Where in the vertical column is a lumbar puncture generally done?
I think you mean level of the vertebral column is a lumbar puncture generally performed?
Procedure formed where cerebrospinal fluid can be withdrawn without damage to the spinal cord?
a spinal tap, or lumbar puncture
What type of aftercare is needed after a lumbar puncture?
Patients must avoid sitting or standing and remain lying down for as long as six hours after the lumbar puncture. They should also drink plenty of fluid to help prevent lumbar puncture headache
What does a Lumbar Puncture diagnose?
Menningitis,for one.
Can you be put to sleep to have a lumbar puncture?
Yes, You can
Do you force fluids after lumbar puncture?
Yes
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