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A client is recovering from surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament of the knee. The nurse should prepare the client to have which of the following diagnostic tests after the procedure?
 
  1. Bone scan
  2. Arthrometry
  3. Arthroscopy
  4. Bone marrow biopsy

Question 2

A nurse is collecting a post-void residual urine volume for a client. Which of the following volumes would be abnormal?
 
  1. 30 mL
  2. 60 mL
  3. 95 mL
  4. 125 mL



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Answer to Question 1

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Arthrometry is used after surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament injury to confirm stability. Bone scans are used to identify bone disease. Arthroscopy is used to diagnose and repair specific disorders of the knee. A bone marrow biopsy is used to examine the bone marrow for abnormal tissue growth.

Answer to Question 2

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A residual volume of greater than 100 mL is abnormal. The other volumes would be considered within normal limits.



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