Multiple Choice
A blood-streaked pleural fluid has a fluid-to-serum cholesterol ratio of 0.45,a WBC count of 20,000/µL,increased neutrophils,glucose: 40 mg/dL (serum 100 mg/dL) ,and a pH of 6.8.
-Based on the information provided,what is the significance of the pH result?
A) No significance
B) Esophageal rupture
C) Pancreatitis
D) Need for chest tubes
Correct Answer:
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