Septic arthritis Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 66-year-old woman presents to the emergency department for evaluation of right wrist pain and swelling for 3 days.  The patient has been unable to perform her activities of daily living because of the pain. Past medical history includes hypertension and diabetes. Temperature is 38°C (102.4°F), blood pressure is 96/71 mmHg, pulse is 107/min, respiratory rate is 18/min, and oxygen saturation is 97% on room air. On physical examination, there is a palpable effusion, warmth, and marked swelling of the right wrist when compared to the left wrist. Passive range of motion of the right wrist results in significant reproducible pain. Range of motion is limited. An arthrocentesis is performed with synovial fluid analysis pending. Which of the following additional findings is most likely to be present?  

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