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Lumbar puncture: diagnosing acute central nervous system infections.
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Journal Article
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0029-6570
Abstract
Lumbar puncture has an important role in the diagnosis of acute central nervous system infections. The clinical contraindications to lumbar puncture must be considered before the procedure is carried out, and nurses need to have an understanding of how best to inform, support and reassure patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]