Pneumonia Flashcards

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Pleuritis

A

Infection of the pleural space

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2
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Community acquired pneumonia

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If symptoms appear within 48 hours of admission

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3
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Nosocomial pneumonia

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If symptoms appear after 48 hours of admission

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4
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Pleural effusion

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Accumulation of excess fluid in the pleural cavity

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5
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Lung abscess

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A local area of necrosis and pus formation within the lung

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6
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Empyema

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Accumulation of purulent exudate in the pleural cavity

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7
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Thoracentesis

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Insertion of a needle into the pleural space to remove fluid accumulation

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