Which procedure examines the inside of a joint?
a. arthroplasty
b. arthrotomy
c. arthrocentesis
d. arthroscopy
d
Explanation:
a. arthroplasty: is surgical repair of a joint
b. arthrotomy: is incision into a joint
c. arthrocentesis: is a puncture into a joint
d. arthroscopy: correct
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