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Septic Arthritis 
Defination
Septic Arthritis, refers to the infection of the joints through the spread of pathogens from other parts of the body.
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Clinical manifestations
Warm, painful, swollen joint
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If hip, leg held flexed abducted or extremely rotated
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Medical management
Broad-spectrum IV antibiotics started promptly changed to organism specific antibiotics after culture results.
Joint should be immobilized early, followed by early physiotherapy to prevent stiffness and muscle wasting.
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Aspiration of excessive joint fluid, exudate and debris with a needle.
Nursing management
Educate the patient and family about the septic Arthritis, physiologic and healing process.
Explain the importance of supporting the affected joint, adhering to the prescribed antibiotic regimen.
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Pathophysiology
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A pus appear in the joint, the articular cartilage is eroded and destroyed.
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