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Osteoarthritis 20201129_174938 - Coggle Diagram
Osteoarthritis
Defination
It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the end of the bones wears down over time
Symptoms
Tenderness
Loss if flexibility
Stiffness
Swelling
Pain
Bone spurs
Causes
Joint damage
Treatment
Acetaminophen
Duloxetine
NSAIDs
Diet
Oily fish
Dairy
Broccoli
Dark leafy greens
Green tea
Nuts
Complication
Rapid breakdown of cartilage
Stress fractures
Bleesing inside the joint
Bone death
Pathophysiology
Remondelling of bone
Inflammatory cells in the surroundinf tissues
Degradation of cartilage
Risk fctors
Obesity
Joint injuries
Sex
Older age
Genetics
Hone aabnormalities
Certain metabolic diseases
Nursing intervention
Ensure safety
Do not move stay in bed
Monitor pain
Diagnosis
Xray
Joint aspiration
MRI
