Arthrocentesis (Sx Lab) Flashcards
1
Q
What landmarks should be palpated for a radiocarpal joint arthrocentesis?
A
- Distal medial ridge of the radius
- Proximal edge of the radiocarpal bone
2
Q
What landmarks should be palpated for a midcarpal joint arthrocentesis?
A
- Distal ridge of radiocarpal bone
- Proximal edge of 3rd carpal bone
3
Q
What landmark(s) should be palpated for a tibiotarsal joint arthrocentesis?
A
medial malleolus of the tibia
4
Q
Needles ____G or greater increase risk of hair contamination
A
18G
5
Q
What joints are present in the hock?
A
tibiotarsal, proximal intertarsal, distal intertarsal, tarsometatarsal
