Ankle Arthrocentesis

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (62 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

2 Jul 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Ankle arthrocentesis in monoarthropathy poses diagnostic challenges due to overlapping clinical features, necessitating precise differentiation through synovial fluid analysis. This procedure is critical for distinguishing between routine anti-inflammatory treatments and urgent interventions for infectious processes, including surgical measures. Beyond diagnostic clarity, arthrocentesis offers therapeutic relief by draining painful effusions and enabling targeted pharmaceutical injections. Ultrasound guidance enhances procedural accuracy and confidence, further supporting the effective management of ankle monoarthropathy.

Participation in this course provides healthcare professionals with essential skills for coordinating interprofessional teams and optimizing patient outcomes in ankle arthrocentesis procedures. Collaboration among clinicians, laboratory personnel, and nursing staff ensures accurate diagnosis through meticulous synovial fluid analysis. Rigorous evaluation for skin infections, comprehensive procedural documentation, and timely sample transport are crucial components of effective care delivery. Clinicians also learn to navigate medication contraindications, establish protocols for critical lab result reporting, and engage surgical specialists when necessary. By mastering these elements, participants enhance their ability to address the complexities of ankle monoarthropathy, improving overall patient care and outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the relevant anatomical structures, indications, and contraindications for ankle arthrocentesis.

  • Apply ultrasound guidance when performing ankle arthrocentesis to enhance procedural accuracy, particularly in cases where anatomical landmarks may be challenging to identify.

  • Select the procedural techniques during ankle arthrocentesis, including patient positioning, anatomical landmark identification, and sterile technique, to maximize procedural success and minimize patient discomfort.

  • Implement collaboration within an interprofessional team to advance the procedural accuracy of ankle arthrocentesis and improve patient outcomes.

Disclosures

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Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Physicians and Physician Associates: StatPearls, LLC designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians and PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Board of Anesthesiology: This activity contributes to the CME component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s redesigned Maintenance of Certification in AnesthesiologyTM (MOCA®) program, known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, www.theABA.org, for a list of all MOCA 2.0 requirements.

American Board of Internal Medicine: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 1.00 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME and Self-Assessment Examination requirements of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery’s (ABOS) Maintenance of Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABOS credit.

American Board of Pathology: Successful completion of this Continuing Certification activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 1.00 Lifelong Learning (CME) credits in the American Board of Pathology’s Continuing Certification Program.

American Board of Pediatrics: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn up to 1.00 MOC points in the American Board of Pediatrics’ (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit.

American Board of Surgery: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME and Self-Assessment requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.

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This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the FDA. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

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