A Patient Diagnosed with a Pleural Effusion Is Experiencing Severe

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with a pleural effusion is experiencing severe dyspnea. With which procedure does the nurse anticipate assisting?

• A)Tracheostomy
• B)Thoracentesis
• C)Bronchoscopy
• D)Pericardiocentesis

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