While reviewing an upright chest radiograph of a patient with a pleural effusion, the respiratory therapist observes a fluid density in the right lung area that extends upward around the anterior, lateral, and posterior thoracic walls

What is this characteristic sign called?
a. Meniscus sign
b. Scarf sign
c. Transudate sign
d. Kerley B lines


A
A meniscus sign is seen in a pleural effusion when fluid extends upward around the anterior, lateral, and posterior thoracic walls.

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