The Puncture of a Joint Space with a Needle, Usually

question 34

Multiple Choice

The puncture of a joint space with a needle, usually done to remove excess fluid, is called:

• A) arthralgia.
• B) arthrocentesis.
• C) arthrodynia.
• D) arthropathy.

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