RF LUMBAR PUNCTURE

LUMBAR PUNCTURE

SUPPLIES:

  • Lumbar puncture tray

  • Lidocaine

  • Sodium bicarb

  • DuraPrep

  • 25 G 1-1/2" needle

  • 19 G 1-1/2" needle

  • 10 cc syringe

  • 10 cc slip tip


PROCEDURE:

  • Have patient in gown

  • Obtain written consent

  • Start with patient prone

  • Clean back with Hibiclens (Strobel only)

  • No IV bag needed