A(n) ________ requires insertion of a tube into the pleural cavity to continually drain the fluid.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
thoracostomy
A thoracostomy may be required to maintain drainage of fluid during the acute phase of a pleural effusion.
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a. Contractility upon demand b. Striated appearance c. Thixotropy d. Attaches to portion of bones
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) developed and maintains the ________________________________________ coding system manual.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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The tissue that is most sensitive to radiation is
skin. muscle. bone. lymphoid.
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A thin radiopaque line delineates the midline of the palate and the junction of the right and left maxilla
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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