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Lumbar puncture is done at the level of L3 to L4.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoLumbar puncture (LP) involves the insertion of a thin needle into a space between the vertebrae in the lower back and the withdrawal of a small amount of CSF.
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Can you be put to sleep to have a lumbar puncture?
Yes, You can
The lumbar puncture must be done below the?
between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae
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.
What is dermal puncture?
Puncture to the finger tips
Which is the weakest part of the spine lumbar thoracic or cumbrain?
lumbar
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 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Procedure formed where cerebrospinal fluid can be withdrawn without damage to the spinal cord?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
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
The lumbar puncture must be done below the?
between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae
Where along the vertebral column is a needle inserted for a lumbar puncture?
Between L3/ L4 or L5/L6l2-3A lumbar puncture is usually done between L3-L4 (lumbar vertebrae 3 and 4)
What does the medical abbreviation LP mean?
Lumbar Puncture
