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The client is diagnosed with a pleural effusion. Which intervention should the nurse anticipate?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Thoracentesis is used to remove fluid from a pleural effusion, relieving respiratory distress. Chest tubes are for pneumothorax or persistent effusions, bronchoscopy is diagnostic, and nebulizers are irrelevant.