Target Audience
This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:
Identify appropriate clinical indications for thoracentesis, including symptoms and diagnostic findings that suggest pleural effusion or other thoracic conditions.
Screen patients for contraindications and potential risks associated with thoracentesis to ensure safe practice.
Assess the effectiveness of thoracentesis by evaluating patient symptoms, imaging results, and fluid characteristics to guide further management.
Collaborate with interprofessional team members, including radiologists and respiratory therapists, to ensure comprehensive patient care and optimal outcomes.
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- Authors: Benjamin D. Wiederhold, Sanjeev Sharma
- Editors: Maria C. O'Rourke
- Editor-in-Chief: Sanjeev Sharma
- Nurse Reviewer: Sandra Coleman
- Pharmacy Reviewer: Mark V. Pellegrini
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