Questions: Where is a spinal tap usually taken? Between L3 and L4 Between T12 and L1 Between C7 and T1 Between T11 and T12 Between L1 and L2

Where is a spinal tap usually taken? Between L3 and L4 Between T12 and L1 Between C7 and T1 Between T11 and T12 Between L1 and L2
Transcript text: Where is a spinal tap usually taken? Between L3 and L4 Between T12 and L1 Between C7 and T1 Between T11 and T12 Between L1 and L2
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The answer is the first one: Between L3 and L4.

Explanation for each option:

  1. Between L3 and L4: This is the correct answer. A spinal tap, or lumbar puncture, is typically performed between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae (L3 and L4). This location is chosen because it is below the end of the spinal cord, reducing the risk of damaging it.

  2. Between T12 and L1: This is incorrect. The spinal cord usually ends around the level of L1-L2 in adults, so performing a lumbar puncture here could risk injury to the spinal cord.

  3. Between C7 and T1: This is incorrect. This region is in the cervical and upper thoracic spine, which is far above the typical site for a lumbar puncture and would pose a high risk of spinal cord injury.

  4. Between T11 and T12: This is incorrect. This location is still above the typical site for a lumbar puncture and closer to the end of the spinal cord, increasing the risk of injury.

  5. Between L1 and L2: This is incorrect. Although this is close to the correct area, it is still above the typical site for a lumbar puncture and closer to the end of the spinal cord, which could increase the risk of injury.

Summary: A spinal tap is usually taken between the L3 and L4 vertebrae to minimize the risk of damaging the spinal cord.

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