The removal of fluid from the pleural space by thoracentesis presents a possible danger in removing fluid too rapidly. How much fluid removal is recommended at one time?
a. 1,500 to 2,000 mL at one time
b. 2,200 mL at one time
c. 1,300 to 1,500 mL at one time
d. Entire amount accumulated in less than 15 minutes
C
A possible danger from the thoracentesis procedure is removing fluid too rapidly; less than 1,300 to 1,500 mL at one time is recommended.
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