In a Condition Known as Pleurisy, There Is Excess Fluid

question 26

Multiple Choice

In a condition known as pleurisy, there is excess fluid in the pleural space. How would you expect this to affect the process of pulmonary ventilation?

• A) Ventilation would require less energy.
• B) Breathing would be labored and difficult.
• C) It would be easier to expand the lungs on inspiration.
• D) More air would be forced out during an expiration.
• E) Tidal volume would increase.

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