The nurse assesses a client and finds that a grating sound is present when a joint is bent and straightened.The nurse would correctly document this finding as which of the following?

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Crepitation is the term used to describe a grating sound that is heard when a joint is moved. This sound can be caused by a variety of factors, such as the roughening of the joint surfaces, the presence of air or gas in the joint, or the rubbing of tendon or ligament over bone. Subluxation refers to a partial dislocation of a joint, while joint dislocation refers to a complete separation of joint surfaces. Grinding is not a specific term used to describe a joint assessment finding.

The Nurse Assesses a Client and Finds That a Grating