Olecranon Bursitis Flashcards
1
Q
What may bursitis be secondary to?
A
- trauma
- infection
- arthritic changes (gout, RA, or OA)
2
Q
Olecranon bursitis is seen most commonly in what type of patient?
A
- pregnant women
- patients with diabetes mellitus
- patients with RA
3
Q
Bursitis is _____ likely than arthritis to cause focal tenderness and swelling and _____ likely to affect ROM of the adjacent joint.
A
more
less
4
Q
When is the only time in which a bursitis becomes symptomatic?
A
When it ruptures
5
Q
A bursal fluid WBC count of greater than ____ mcL indicates inflammation from gout, RA, or infection
A
1000
6
Q
In septic bursitis the WBC is greater than ____ mcL
A
50,000
7
Q
What are most septic bursitis cases caused by?
A
staphylococcus aureus
8
Q
How is bursitis that is caused by trauma treated?
A
- localized heat
- rest
- NSAIDs
- local corticosteroid injections
9
Q
What is the risk of aspirating a bursa?
A
creating a chronic draining stage
