ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client following a lumbar puncture. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a potential adverse effect of this procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Headache is a potential adverse effect of a lumbar puncture. This is caused by the leakage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) through the puncture site, leading to a decrease in CSF pressure. This drop in pressure can cause a headache, particularly when the client sits or stands up.
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