Question

question 56
a patient with elbow pain without localized erythema or warmth is diagnosed with bursitis of
the elbow and serum laboratory results are pending. what is the initial treatment while
waiting for these results?
aspiration of the bursal sac for culture
corticosteroid injection into the bursal sac
elbow pads, nsaids, rest, and ice
physical and occupational therapy

Explanation:

When a patient has bursitis of the elbow without localized erythema or warmth (suggesting no acute infection), the initial treatment focuses on conservative measures. Aspiration for culture is more relevant if there is suspicion of infection (which isn't indicated here). Corticosteroid injection is often used later if conservative measures fail. Physical and occupational therapy might be part of a longer - term plan. Elbow pads (to reduce pressure), NSAIDs (for pain and inflammation), rest (to avoid exacerbating the condition), and ice (to reduce swelling) are appropriate initial steps while waiting for serum laboratory results.

Answer:

Elbow pads, NSAIDs, rest, and ice