Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
A client states,I can hear a crunching or grating sound when I kneel and have difficulty getting out of bed in the morning because of pain and stiffness. Which of the following should the nurse expect as an assessment finding?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Crepitation. Crepitation refers to the crunching or grating sound heard when bones rub against each other due to cartilage wear. It is associated with osteoarthritis, which causes pain and stiffness, especially in the morning. Other choices are incorrect because: A) Bone spur is a bony projection, not associated with sounds; C) Tendonitis involves inflammation of tendons, not bones; D) Fluid in the knee joint (effusion) can cause swelling but not the described symptoms.