What diagnostic procedure or technique is most sensitive for the identification of pleural effu-sion?
a. Chest radiography
b. Computed tomography
c. Pleurodesis
d. Thoracoscopy
ANS: B
Computed tomography of the chest is the most sensitive study for identification of pleural effu-sion.
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