What Is One of the Most Common Iatrogenic Complications from a Thoracentesis

question 45

Multiple Choice

What is one of the most common iatrogenic complications from a thoracentesis?

• A) pleural effusion
• B) empyema
• C) pneumothorax
• D) hemorrhage

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Definitions:

K

Often represents Potassium in the periodic table, a vital mineral in the human body and an important element in chemistry.

pH

A scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution, with values ranging from 0 (most acidic) to 14 (most basic).

HI

Hydroiodic acid, a diatomic molecule consisting of one hydrogen atom and one iodine atom, known for being a strong acid.

K

The chemical symbol for Potassium, a soft, silvery-white metallic element that is highly reactive with water.