RF CERVICAL PUNCTURE

CERVICAL PUNCTURE

SUPPLIES:
■    Lumbar puncture tray
■    Lidocaine
■    Sodium bicarb
■    DuraPrep
■    22 Whitacre needle
■    25 G 1-1/2" needle
■    19 G 1-1/2" needle
■    10 cc syringe
■    10 cc slip tip
■    Extension tubing
■    Sterile towels

PROCEDURE:
■    Have patient in gown
■    Obtain written consent
■    Start with patient on right side (facing you)
■    Clean neck with Hibiclens
■    No IV bag needed