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What precautions are required for CSF removal?
What precautions are required for CSF removal?
- Measurement of respiratory rate and technique to prevent brain damage
- Measurement of heart rate and technique to prevent lung damage
- Measurement of intracranial pressure and technique to prevent infection or neural tissue damage (correct)
- Measurement of blood pressure and technique to prevent muscle damage
How is the volume of CSF that can be removed determined?
How is the volume of CSF that can be removed determined?
- Based on the patient's diet and exercise routine
- Based on the patient's weight and height
- Based on the volume available in the patient and the opening pressure of the CSF (correct)
- Based on the patient's age and gender
Why is tube 1 used for chemical and serologic tests?
Why is tube 1 used for chemical and serologic tests?
- Because it has the highest protein content
- Because the chemical composition of the CSF does not resemble an ultrafiltrate of plasma (correct)
- Because it contains the purest form of CSF
- Because it is the first tube to be filled
What are meninges?
What are meninges?
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How are capillary walls throughout the body lined?
How are capillary walls throughout the body lined?
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Where is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) produced?
Where is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) produced?
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What is the volume of CSF produced in adults per hour?
What is the volume of CSF produced in adults per hour?
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Where is CSF reabsorbed into the blood?
Where is CSF reabsorbed into the blood?
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What is the function of the blood-brain barrier?
What is the function of the blood-brain barrier?
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Where is CSF collected for testing?
Where is CSF collected for testing?
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