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Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis?
Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis?
- Infection of the joint
- Inflammation of the joint cartilage and bone
- Degeneration of the joint cartilage and bone (correct)
- Formation of new bone in the joint
What is the most common type of arthritis?
What is the most common type of arthritis?
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis (correct)
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
What is the main cause of impaired mobility in osteoarthritis?
What is the main cause of impaired mobility in osteoarthritis?
- Joint edema
- Muscle atrophy (correct)
- Inflammation of the joints
- Bone disintegration
What is crepitus?
What is crepitus?
Which joints are particularly affected by osteoarthritis?
Which joints are particularly affected by osteoarthritis?