Pleural Effusion Quiz

What is the definition of pleural effusion?

• Accumulation of fluid in the pleural cavity

• Accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity

• Accumulation of air in the pleural cavity

• Accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity

Which type of effusion is caused by fluid leaking into the pleural space with low protein content?

• Transudative pleural effusions

• Serous fluid

• Haemothorax

• Exudative effusions

What is the condition that results from blood accumulating in the pleural cavity?

• Chylothorax

• Haemothorax

• Pyothorax

• Serous fluid

Which type of fluid accumulation in the pleural space results from lymphatic fluid accumulating in the pleural cavity?

• Serous fluid

• Haemothorax

• Chylothorax

• Pyothorax

What are the clinical manifestations of pleural effusion?

• Joint pain, headache, dizziness, fatigue

• Pleuritic chest pain, shortness of breathing, cough, fever

• Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

• Back pain, muscle weakness, numbness, tingling

Which test may help confirm the diagnosis of pleural effusion by examining the fluid under a microscope?

• Chest x-ray

• Chest CT scan

• Ultrasound of the chest

• Pleural fluid analysis

What procedure involves drawing out pleural fluid from the pleural space?

• Diuretics administration

• Chest tube insertion

• Biopsy

• Thoracentesis

What is a complication of pleural effusion where a lung surrounded by excess fluid may be damaged?

• Pneumothorax

• Empyema

• Abscess

• Hemothorax

How is pleural effusion caused by congestive heart failure treated?

• Chest tube drainage

• Diuretics

• Antibiotics

• Thoracentesis

Which type of fluid accumulation in the pleural space is an accumulation of pus?

• Serous fluid

• Haemothorax

• Chylothorax

• Pyothorax