The amount of CSF removed during a spinal tap is dependent upon the patient's opening pressure. A patient with an active infection, such as meningitis, typically presents with:

A) a zero opening pressure. B) an increased opening pressure.
C) a decreased opening pressure. D) Meningitis does not affect opening pressure.


B

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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