Pleural Effusion Flashcards
1
Q
Pleural effusion is the collection of____ in the pleural space.
A
Fluid
2
Q
What are the 4 signs?
And is confirmed by ?
A
Sharp pain on inspiration
SOB
tachycardia
Decreased breath sounds
And X-ray needed to confirm
3
Q
What is the treatment?
A
Find the cause
High Fowlers position
Thoracentesis
Monitor breath sounds
4
Q
After a thoracentesis is performed , what may be needed temporarily?
A
Chest tube
5
Q
What medication do you give if the fluid it’s not a large enough amount to perform a thoracentesis ?
A
Diuretic
