Which procedure is used to collect the pleural fluid from the pleural cavity? a. Pericardial aspiration b. Paracentesis c. Thoracentesis d. Spinal tap Correct Answer:

a. Pericardial aspiration
b. Paracentesis
c. Thoracentesis
d. Spinal tap


Correct Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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