dr.Dove
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I was doing UW questions for step 2 cs. Case 2 is about a patient complaining of rash....so differentials can be SLE, Rheumatoid arthritis...etc.......
Anyways in the exam to do....it lists examine 3 joint...but doesnt specify which joints.....so which joints should I examine??
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| CocaCola
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Examine any joint on the extremities... ones that you think will most likely be affected by systemic diseases - i.e. wrist, knee, etc...
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| DrVirgo
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What do we have to note on the joints?
-rash, erythema, effusion, swelling on inspection.
-What about physical? ROM? Strength? pain? anything else???
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