A lumbar puncture (LP) is performed on a patient to rule out a spinal cord tumor. The cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is xanthochromic, has increased protein and no cells, and clots immediately
What syndrome should the nurse suspect this patient is experiencing?
1. Glasgow syndrome
2. Froin syndrome
3. cord tumor syndrome
4. reflex syndrome
Correct Answer: 2
CSF with a xanthochromic appearance, elevated protein, few to no cells, and immediate clotting is consistent with Froin syndrome. Glasgow syndrome, cord tumor syndrome, and reflex syndrome are not terms associated with the symptoms of spinal cord tumor described.
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True False