During a Myelogram Performed with the Patient Prone, Why Is

question 25

Multiple Choice

During a myelogram performed with the patient prone, why is a positioning block (bolster) placed under the abdomen for the lumbar puncture?

• A)To force the contrast media toward the head
• B)For patient comfort
• C)To widen the interspinous spaces
• D)To prevent reflux of contrast media back into the syringe

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