A 60-year-old woman presents with neck pain for 8 weeks that…
A 60-year-old woman presents with neck pain for 8 weeks that radiates into her right thumb and index finger. She has completed NSAID therapy and physical therapy without improvement. On examination, she has weakness of right wrist extension and diminished brachioradialis reflexes. What is the most appropriate next step?
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A 24-year-old basketball player lands awkwardly after a rebound and immediately feels a “pop” in his knee. Within 2 hours, significant swelling develops. He reports that the knee feels unstable when attempting to walk. Which injury is most likely?
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A 54-year-old man presents to the primary care clinic with a complaint of musculoskeletal pain. During the history and physical examination, the nurse practitioner identifies several findings. Which findings should be considered musculoskeletal “red flags” that warrant further diagnostic evaluation or urgent referral? Select all that apply.
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