Multiple Choice
A patient has been experiencing drowsiness,confusion,and slight focal deficits for several days.The initial noncontract computed tomography (CT) findings are negative.The patient is being prepared for a lumbar puncture.What appearance does the nurse anticipate that the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) would look?
A) Cloudy
B) Bloody
C) Xanthochromic
D) Clear
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