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Review Question - QID 4891

Gout Etiology Associated conditions QID: 4891 (OBQ13.256)
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QID 4891 (Type "4891" in App Search)
A 65-year-old patient who recently underwent abdominal surgery for a diverticular abscess is referred for right knee pain and swelling for 2 days. Physical examination reveals a temperature of 38.3 degrees Celsius and heart rate of 105 bpm. A clinical photograph, results of synovial fluid analysis, and a polarizing microscopy image are seen in Figures A through C. Synovial fluid gram stain and cultures are pending. What is the most appropriate next step in management?
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