The nurse is caring for a patient scheduled for a lumbar puncture.Which actions should the nurse anticipate providing? (Select all that apply.)

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Ensure that informed consent has been obtained prior to the procedure.A.Assist the patient into a side-lying (not prone)position with his or her back as close to the edge of the bed nearest the practitioner as possible.After the lumbar puncture is completed,instruct the patient to remain on bedrest with the head of the bed flat for 6 to 8 hours,as ordered by the physician.E.Oral intake of fluids should be increased.Keeping the head flat decreases the likelihood of leakage of cerebrospinal fluid from the puncture site,which can result in a severe headache.Increasing fluid intake promotes replacement of the fluid that was removed.Check the puncture site for swelling or drainage of cerebrospinal fluid and report any leakage to the health care provider.Assess the movement and sensation to the lower extremities frequently for the first 4 hours after the procedure.Assess the patient for headache,and if necessary,obtain an order for analgesia.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Scheduled for a Lumbar