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Why is lumbar puncture is contraindicated if patient has a brain abscess?
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Why is a lumbar puncture contraindicated if the patient has a brain abscess?
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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.
Procedure formed where cerebrospinal fluid can be withdrawn without damage to the spinal cord?
a spinal tap, or lumbar puncture
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?
What is xanthochromasia?
Xanthochromasia is a discoloration of cerebrospinal fluid due to the pressence of blood. It's typically seen in the lumbar puncture of a patient with a subarachnoid hemorrhage.
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
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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