Safe spinal documentation

Documentation of risks Risks discussed: Hypotension Urinary retention Pain on injection Headache Nerve damage Bleeding/ haematoma Failure Documentation of procedure Operator and supervisor Position Antiseptic solution used Asepsis – gloves, gown, mask, hat, drape Level/ space Local anaesthetic used Spinal needle used- gauge and tip design How many attempts Visualisation of CSF What was injectedContinue reading “Safe spinal documentation”