The frst step for a spinal tap in a 10-year old is Oach the manometer. Owhdraw the stylet. Oect idocane to numb the skin. ONone of these are first step.

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The frst step for a spinal tap in a 10-year old is
Oach the manometer.
Owhdraw the stylet.
Oect idocane to numb the skin.
ONone of these are first step.
Transcribed Image Text:The frst step for a spinal tap in a 10-year old is Oach the manometer. Owhdraw the stylet. Oect idocane to numb the skin. ONone of these are first step.
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Spinal Tap/Lumbar Puncture

 Lumbar puncture is  also known as a spinal tap

It is a medical procedure in which a needle is inserted into the spinal canal, most commonly to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic testing.

The main reason for a lumbar puncture is to help diagnose diseases of the brain & Spinal cord.

It is usually done between L3-4 or L4-5.

 

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