A patient is experiencing joint inflammation and pain. They undergo an arthrocentesis and their physician discovers cloudy, pus-filled synovial fluid. Which of these conditions is most likely occurring?

A. Osteoarthritis
B. Gout
C. A sprain
D. Bacterial joint infection


Answer: D

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