The nurse is hearing diminished breath sounds and a "grating" sound during respirations. This is consistent with excess collection of fluid in the pleural cavity. The medical term for this is
A)
pleurisy.
B)
pleural effusion.
C)
pneumothorax.
D)
poor lung compliance.
Ans:
B
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Pleural effusion is used to describe an abnormal collection of fluid or exudates in the pleural cavity. Pleurisy is an inflammation in the pleural space, and pneumothorax is an abnormal collection of air in the pleural space.
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