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6 years ago
A student athlete has a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear, and her knee is swollen with excess synovial fluid. Which procedure does the nurse prepare this athlete for?
 
  A.
  Application of heat
  B.
  Immediate surgery
  C.
  Joint aspiration
  D.
  Knee reduction
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6 years ago
ANS: C
The health-care provider will remove excess synovial fluid via aspiration. Heat is not used for the first 24 hours. Immediate surgery may or may not be warranted. A knee reduction is performed for a dislocated knee.
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6 years ago
You are always so helpful
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