Lumbar punctureThis step-by-step guide will help you fulfill your role during thissensitive procedure—and calm your patient, as well.Sally BeattieRN
Lumbar puncture, also known asspinal tap, is an invasive procedure where a hollow needle is inserted into the space surrounding the subarachnoid space in the lower back to obtain samples ofcerebrospinal fluid(CSF) for qualitative analysis. Most of the disorders of the centralnervous systemare diagn...
This chapter outlines the safe execution of lumbar puncture with or without drain placement by skilled advanced providers. The authors delve into common indications, contraindications, complications, and anatomical review with a focus on the step by step procedure. An overview of basic cerebral spinal...
During the procedure, you will be injected with anesthesia to numb the puncture site at your lower back. A thin, hollow needle is inserted between the two lower vertebrae (lumbar region), through the spinal membrane (dura) and into the spinal canal. You may feel pressure in your back durin...
Lumbar puncture is a procedure that is often performed in the emergency department to obtain information about the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Although usually used for diagnostic purposes to rule out potential life-threatening conditions (eg, bacterial m
The procedure is done in the lower back, and the fluid is sent for laboratory analysis. A lumbar puncture may also be done to inject a medication into the subarachnoid space. The CSF is a clear, watery fluid that is present around the brain and spinal cord (the central nervous system or...
(Fig.14). Sometimes the scar is tough and the nerve hook, while touching the SEP needs to be pushed to puncture the scar. This is done bluntly without seeing the tip of the hook as we propose that SSA is a safe area to enter the scar. Once the hook is inserted within the scar, ...
Lumbar puncture is a procedure that is often performed in the emergency department to obtain information about the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Although usually used for diagnostic purposes to rule out potential life-threatening conditions (eg, bacterial m
Competence and Comfort in Performance of the Lumbar Puncture ProcedureConroy, StevenBond, WPheasant, KSom, DCeccacci, N
126 : Lumbar Puncture: A Comparison of Lateral Recumbent and Sitting Position in the Number of Attempts and Ease of Procedure 126 : Lumbar Puncture: A Comparison of Lateral Recumbent and Sitting Position in the Number of Attempts and Ease of ProcedurePeople from a variety of developed world ...