Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is scheduled to have a lumbar puncture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Place the toddler in a side-lying, knee-chest position. This position helps open the spaces between the vertebrae, making it easier to perform a lumbar puncture safely and effectively. Restraint (A) is unnecessary and can cause distress. Asking another nurse to assist with a prone position (C) can be challenging and not recommended. Swaddling (D) may hinder the procedure.