Lumbar Puncture & Diagnostic Parancentesis Course (LP 11/04/2025)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectClinical Skills
DescriptionIMT1 & 2 delegates: An interactive & practical combined skills course including presentations, practice sessions and observed procedures
Additional information

DIAGNOSTIC PARACENTESIS

· Introductory Lecture

· MCQ

· Model Demonstration

· Candidate Practice Session

· Candidate Observed Procedure

· Further opportunity for Candidate Practice

LUMBAR PUNCTURE

· Introductory Lecture

· MCQ

· Model Demonstration

· Candidate Practice Session

· Candidate Observed Procedure

· Further opportunity for Candidate Practice

VenueLeeds Clinical Practice Centre, Leeds  View details
Date & timeFriday 11 April 2025, 13:00 to 16:30
LecturerTBC TBC TBC
Target audience

Mandatory: IMT Y1, or IMT Y2

Course stylePractical Sessions
CateringNo catering
CPD hours0:00
CostNo charge
Learning outcomes

DIAGNOSTIC PARACENTESIS: to understand

· The rationale for undertaking the procedure

· The contraindications to undertaking the procedure

· Prior tests or checks required

· Equipment selection

· How to safely undertake ascitic tap

· How assessment of ascetic fluid can aid diagnosis

· On-going care requirements for the patient during and following the procedure

LUMBAR PUNCTURE:

· To develop a clear understanding of the anatomy of the lumbar region of the spine

· Identify and acquire the equipment used in performing a lumbar puncture and the safe way in which it is used

To identify any potential complications and/or contraindications before, during and after the procedure whilst keeping the patient at the centre of all decisions