What is the term for the potential space between the visceral and parietal pleura?

A. pericardial cavity
B. thoracic cavity
C. pleural cavity
D. mediatinum

Answer: C

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Delusional disorder: ________

Fill in the blank with correct ICD-10.

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You and your partner arrive at the home of a 60-year-old man with shortness of breath. As you enter the residence, you find the patient sitting in his recliner; he is in obvious respiratory distress. As you approach him, he becomes verbally abusive, stating that it took you too long to get to his home. A small handgun is sitting on a table next to his recliner. You should:

A) turn around, rapidly exit the residence, and notify law enforcement. B) explain the reason for your delay as your partner administers oxygen. C) slowly back your way out of the residence and call law enforcement. D) verbally distract the patient as your partner attempts to retrieve the gun.

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