Pleural Effusion and Related Disorders Quiz

What is the primary effect of pleural effusion on lung function?

• Improves respiratory rate

• Decreases gas exchange

• Increases lung expansion

• Enhances intrapleural pressure

Which type of pleural effusion is caused by changes in hydrostatic or oncotic pressure?

• Empyema

• Transudative

• Chylothorax

• Exudative

What is a common cause of exudative pleural effusion?

• Nephrotic syndrome

• Congestive heart failure

• Cirrhosis

• Pneumonia

Which type of fluid is associated with a hemothorax?

• Serous fluid

• Pus

• Blood

• Chyle

What symptom is commonly associated with pleural effusion?

• Increased breath sounds

• Chest pain

• Hyperventilation

• Increased tactile fremitus

Which imaging technique is most sensitive for detecting pleural effusion?

• Chest X-ray

• CT scan

• Ultrasound

• MRI

What is the first-line treatment for small pleural effusions?

• Surgery

• Thoracentesis

• Conservative management

• Chest tube insertion

What is a potential risk of draining too much fluid from a large pleural effusion?

• Pulmonary embolism

• Pleural thickening

• Pulmonary edema

• Pneumonia

Which procedure is used to drain fluid and sample pleural effusion?

• Lobectomy

• Pleurodesis

• Thoracentesis

• Bronchoscopy

What surgical procedure might be used for recurrent pleural effusions?

• Lobectomy

• Tracheostomy

• VATS

• Bronchoscopy