Introduction
This skill session aims to introduce students to:
- The principles of LP, including indications, equipment & relevant anatomy 
- Performing a lumbar puncture 
- Simple nerve blocks 
It should be taught in 2 hours
Teaching approach
As with all modules, familiarise yourself with the NPMT principles & check out the facilitator guide.
Content Contributors
AUTHOR: RISSK
Last updated: 2018. New update coming soon.
Required Equipment
- Mannequin - LP & Groin / Nerve block model 
- Spinal needle and trochar 
- Manometer 
- LP kit 
- Low alcohol chlorhexidine 
- Ultrasound Phantom 
- Ultrasound 
- Lignocaine, Marcaine, Ropivacaine 
- 10ml & 20ml Syringes 
- 18g Needle 
- Normal Saline 
 
          