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J. looks unwell and is flushed and sweaty.
His right knee is held gingerly in flexion. The knee
looks red, is swollen and feels hot to touch. He refuses
to move the knee because of the pain. Otherwise no positive
physical findings are noted.
Other findings:
- T: 39.4 °C
- P: 102
- BP: 116/68 mmHg
 next:
lab & x-ray tests
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