Match each definition with the correct term.
-thoracentesis
A)the presence of pus in the pleural cavity
B)surgical incision into the pleural cavity
C)creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube
D)emergency procedure performed to gain access to the airway
E)surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity

Question

Match each definition with the correct term.​
-thoracentesis
A)​the presence of pus in the pleural cavity
B)surgical incision into the pleural cavity​
C)creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube​
D)emergency procedure performed to gain access to the airway​
E)surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Thoracentesis is a surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity.

Answer: B
 Thoracotomy involves a surgical incision into the pleural cavity.

Answer: C
 Tracheostomy involves the creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube.

Answer: D
 Emergency cricothyrotomy is a procedure performed to gain access to the airway in emergency situations.

Answer: A
 Empyema is the presence of pus in the pleural cavity.

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term.​

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term.