Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Entry Exam
Passage / Scenario
Which of the following organs is covered by the pleura, a connective tissue sheath?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The pleura is a protective membrane that covers the lungs. It consists of two layers: the visceral pleura (inner layer) and the parietal pleura (outer layer). The pleural space between these layers contains a small amount of fluid that helps reduce friction during breathing movements. The spleen, heart, and liver are not covered by the pleura. Therefore, the correct answer is the lungs.