Read the Following Portion of an Orthopedic Clinic Note: DDx

question 91

Multiple Choice

Read the following portion of an orthopedic clinic note: DDx: Includes osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and bursitis. Given her history of osteoarthritis on exam and the results of the x-ray and joint aspiration, I believe Mrs. Goldman has OA that has failed to respond to previous treatments.
According to the excerpt, which is NOT included in the differential diagnosis?

• A) Abnormal joint development
• B) Inflammation of the bursa
• C) Inflammation of the joints, specifically those that bear weight
• D) Inflammation of the joints whose symptoms resemble those of rheumatic fever
• E) RA

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