The surgical puncture of a joint for removal of fluid is:
A) arthrocentesis.
B) arthroscopy.
C) arthroplasty.
D) arthralgia.
A
Explanation:
A) Correct.
B) Arthroscopy is a visual exam of a joint using a lighted instrument.
C) Arthroplasty is surgical repair of a joint.
D) Arthralgia is joint pain.
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