Question
Identify the use of the following instrument in your wards:
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Peripheral vascular access
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| B. |
Central vascular access
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| C. |
Bone marrow aspiration
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| D. |
Spinal tap
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Correct Answer � D
Explanation
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Ans. D
LP is performed at or below the L3–L4 interspace which corresponds to a line drawn between the posterior superior iliac crests.
Qunicke’s needle is cutting needle
Sprotte ‘s needle is atraumatic with an opening at the top
The layers pierced when the lumbar puncture needle is advanced are:
Skin
Subcutaneous tissue
Supraspinous ligament
Interspinous ligament
Ligamentum flavum
Dura mater
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