A client arrives at the orthopedic physician's office stating knee pain sustained while playing soccer. A history and physical assessment is completed. The knee appears reddened with edema. Which other diagnostic testing would the nurse anticipate?
A) A bone densitometry
B) A bone scan
C) An arthrocentesis
D) An arthroscopy
D
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An arthroscopy is the internal inspection of the joint using an arthroscope. The physician can inspect the joint for injury or deterioration and can also complete therapeutic procedures such as removing bit of torn or floating cartilage. A bone densitometry estimates bone density. A bone scan is used to detect metastatic bone lesions, fractures, or inflammatory disorders. An arthrocentesis is the aspiration of synovial fluid. An arthrocentesis may be completed during an arthroscopy.
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