Diagnostic Thoracentesis Can Be Used To

question 10

Multiple Choice

Diagnostic thoracentesis can be used to:

• A) withdraw a secretion sample from the lung for a sputum smear.
• B) withdraw a secretion sample from the lung for a Gram stain.
• C) determine the etiology of a pleural effusion.
• D) remove air from the pleural space.

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