Arthroscopy Mnemonics Flashcards
(20 cards)
What does ‘AIM’ stand for?
Aspirate Infection or Mono/polyarticular pain
Acronym used in clinical assessments.
What does ‘BBC’ represent?
Bleeding, Bacteremia, Cellulitis
Important conditions to consider in differential diagnosis.
What is the significance of ‘WARF-4.5’?
Warfarin safe if INR <4.5
INR levels guide anticoagulation therapy.
What elements are included in ‘CLEAN’?
Chlorhexidine, Lidocaine, Eighteen-gauge, Aseptic, Needle guidance (US)
Guidelines for safe procedural practices.
What does ‘VIP-BC’ stand for?
Vasovagal, Infection, Pain, Bleeding, Cartilage
Factors to monitor in patient evaluations.
What does the ‘0-2-5 Rule’ indicate?
0–200 (Normal), 2000–50k (Inflammatory), >50k (Pyarthrosis)
Used for understanding synovial fluid analysis.
What conditions are represented by ‘GRAPES’?
Gout, RA, AS, Psoriasis, Endocarditis, SLE
Common diagnoses associated with joint pain.
What does ‘NYBC’ correlate to in terms of colors?
Needle/Yellow (Gout), Blue/CPPD (Pseudogout)
Color coding for fluid analysis in gout conditions.
What does ‘TAP-DRY’ refer to?
Thick fluid, Anatomy blocked, Poor technique
Causes of difficulty in arthrocentesis.
What does ‘40×500’ mean in microscopy?
40× lens = 500 cells per WBC
Important for quantifying cells in hematology.
What does ‘4C’ stand for in laboratory analysis?
Cell count, Crystals, Culture, Color (Gram stain)
Key components of synovial fluid evaluation.
What does ‘DROP’ emphasize in procedural context?
Don’t discard, Remaining drops, Only few needed, Process carefully
Guidelines for handling specimens.
What does ‘WACO’ refer to in staining techniques?
Wright, Alizarin, Congo, Oil Red
Stains used for various cellular components.
What does ‘20-2-33’ refer to in laboratory values?
20 mg/dL glucose diff, 2 g/dL protein, 33% of serum
Important parameters in fluid analysis.
What does ‘USELESS’ signify in laboratory tests?
Uric acid, Studies (immuno), Electrolytes, LDH, Etc, Skip, Skip pH
Tests often deemed unnecessary in certain evaluations.
What does ‘3G’ stand for?
Gout, Group 3, Granulomatous RA
Classifications in rheumatologic conditions.
What does ‘NLM’ represent in cell types?
Neutrophils (sepsis), Lymphocytes (SLE), Macrophages (SpA)
Different immune cells associated with various conditions.
What does ‘B-THROB’ include in differential diagnosis?
Bleeding, Trauma, Hemangioma, Rare tumors, Osteochondral, Bone necrosis
Conditions that can cause joint-related issues.
What does ‘COLD’ refer to in sample handling?
Centrifuge, Overnight dry, Low temp, Dehydrate
Best practices for preserving biological samples.
What does ‘FAT’ signify in medical contexts?
Fracture or Avascular necrosis Trigger
Conditions that may lead to joint pain or dysfunction.
