The student nurse is taught about lumbar puncture. Prioritize the steps performed by the student nurse to indicate effective learning.(Enter the letter of each step in the proper sequence, do not use commas or spaces.)

A. Clean the area and inject local anesthetic.
B. Locate the site for puncture in the lower back.
C. Instruct the client to lean forward while sitting on a table or bed.
D. Insert a special needle into the spinal sac and remove a small amount of fluid.


ANS:
CBAD

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