A client is having a lumbar puncture.In which position should the nurse place the client?
A)Lateral with head bent toward the chest and knees flexed onto the abdomen
B)Lying prone,with the knees drawn up toward the abdomen
C)Sitting bent over from the waist with legs extended
D)Supine with knees pulled toward the chest

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The lateral position with the head bent toward the chest and knees flexed onto the abdomen helps to open up the spaces between the vertebrae, making it easier to access the lumbar region for the procedure.

A Client Is Having a Lumbar Puncture