Which procedure is used to collect the pleural fluid from the pleural cavity?
A) Pericardial aspiration
B) Paracentesis
C) Thoracentesis
D) Spinal tap

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Thoracentesis is the procedure used to collect pleural fluid from the pleural cavity. Pericardial aspiration is used to collect fluid from the sac surrounding the heart, paracentesis is used to collect fluid from the abdominal cavity, and spinal tap is used to collect cerebrospinal fluid from the spinal cord.

Which Procedure Is Used to Collect the Pleural Fluid from the Pleural