The term "pericardiocentesis" means:
A. narrowing of the arteries supplying the heart.
B. surgical repair of the sac around the heart.
C. a surgical opening made in the heart.
D. the removal of fluid from around the heart.
Answer: D. the removal of fluid from around the heart.
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