Asked by Rankins Cameron on Jun 17, 2024
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Where would a needle be inserted in order to perform a spinal tap?
A) dura mater
B) subdural space
C) subarachnoid space
D) epidural space
Subarachnoid Space
The space between the arachnoid mater and pia mater in the brain and spinal cord, filled with cerebrospinal fluid.
Spinal Tap
A medical procedure used to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic testing.
- Describe the spinal meninges and spaces within them.
- Identify the location and function of cerebrospinal fluid within the spinal cord.
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Robert NealeJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A needle is inserted into the subarachnoid space between the arachnoid and pia mater membranes to perform a spinal tap. This space contains cerebrospinal fluid that can be collected for diagnostic purposes.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the spinal meninges and spaces within them.
- Identify the location and function of cerebrospinal fluid within the spinal cord.