Osteoarthritis
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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?

  • Gout
  • Osteoarthritis (correct)
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis

    • What is the main cause of impaired mobility in osteoarthritis?

  • Joint edema
  • Muscle atrophy (correct)
  • Inflammation of the joints
  • Bone disintegration

    • What is crepitus?

    <p>Grating sound caused by bone and cartilage in a joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joints are particularly affected by osteoarthritis?

    <p>Hips and knees</p> Signup and view all the answers

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