The primary method of treating osteomyelitis is:
a. Joint replacement. c. Intravenous antibiotic therapy.
b. Bracing and casting. d. Long-term corticosteroid therapy.
ANS: C
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone, most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus. The treatment of choice is antibiotics. Joint replacement, bracing and casting, and long-term corticosteroids are not indicated for infectious processes.
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