Neonatal Spinal Taps every time!!//Step-by-step instructions!
Tala Talks NICU · 14 Oct 2024 · 14 min
Summary
A board-certified neonatologist gives step-by-step instruction on neonatal lumbar puncture, covering landmarks, choice of inter-spinous space, needle depth and troubleshooting. References include the NeoCLEAR trial on infant positioning and stylet timing, and a paediatric lumbar puncture simulator.
Third-party teaching is shown for education. Check it against your unit's guidance.