Question

a pleural effusion is best defined as:
please select your answer...
a air in the pleural space
b fluid accumulation between the visceral and parietal pleura
c inflammation of the pleural membranes
d thickening of the alveolar walls

Explanation:

A pleural effusion is specifically the abnormal collection of fluid. The visceral and parietal pleura are the two layers of the pleural membrane. Option A (air in pleural space) is a pneumothorax. Option C (inflammation of pleural membranes) is pleurisy. Option D (thickening of alveolar walls) is not related to pleural effusion.

Answer:

B. Fluid accumulation between the visceral and parietal pleura