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A lumbar puncture is performed to obtain which specimen?
 
  a. Serum
  b. Cerebral spinal fluid (CSF)
  c. Urine
  d. Arterial blood gases

Question 2

The nurse is aware of the importance of synchronization of the atrial and ventricular events in the maintenance of normal cardiac function.
 
  What are the physiologic characteristics of the nodal and Purkinje cells that provide this synchronization? Select all that apply.
  A) Loop connectivity
  B) Excitability
  C) Automaticity
  D) Conductivity
  E) Independence


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A lumbar puncture is done to obtain CSF for examination, to relieve pressure, or to introduce dye or medication.

Answer to Question 2

B, C, D


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