ATI PN Paediatrics Nursing 2023 Proctored Exam
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a school-age child who is scheduled for postprocedural care following a lumbar puncture. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. A slight fever is not typically expected after a lumbar puncture and could indicate an infection or other complication that needs to be addressed. B. It is important to keep the child's head flat for several hours after the procedure to prevent post-lumbar puncture headaches and other complications. C. Increasing fluid intake is encouraged after a lumbar puncture to help prevent headaches and promote recovery. Fluid restriction is not indicated. D. Numbness in the legs is not a common side effect of a lumbar puncture. Any numbness or neurological changes should be reported immediately as they could indicate a complication.
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