Pleural effusions are defined as a buildup of excess fluid between the pleura and it can occur as a consequence of a wide variety of conditions. In this episode, you’ll learn:

The two types of pleural fluid
Risk factors for pleural effusion
Complications of pleural effusion
Signs and symptoms of pleural effusion
Priority assessments
How pleural effusions are identified and what lab tests are conducted
Treatments for pleural effusion
Important patient education

To review chest tube management, listen to episode 124.

To dive deep into respiratory assessment, listen to episode 237.

Read the article about pleural effusions and view references here.

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