Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
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The nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone a lumbar puncture. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate in the immediate post-procedure period?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Keeping the client flat for 4-6 hours post-lumbar puncture reduces the risk of spinal headache due to cerebrospinal fluid leakage.