A pleural ________ may consist of blood, fluid, air, or pus in the pleural cavity.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
effusion
A pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural cavity.
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A) Epidermis that is scraped away by a rough surface B) Flap of skin that is partially or completely torn away from the underlying tissue C) Accumulation of blood beneath the skin, resulting in swelling D) Open wound of the abdomen from which organs protrude
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Which of the following organizations has established a list of medications that should never be crushed before administration?
TJC ISMP FDA DEA
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