Match the descriptions with the corresponding terms.
-Flail chest
A)Accumulation of air in pleural space
B)Pus in the pleural space
C)Accumulation of fluid in the pleural space
D)Inflammation of the pleura
E)Result of rib or sternal fractures

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Flail chest is a result of rib or sternal fractures, which causes a portion of the chest wall to detach from the rest of the chest wall.

Answer: A
 Accumulation of air in the pleural space is known as a pneumothorax.

Answer: B
 Pus in the pleural space is known as an empyema.

Answer: C
 Accumulation of fluid in the pleural space is known as a pleural effusion.

Answer: D
 Inflammation of the pleura is known as pleuritis or pleurisy.

Match the Descriptions with the Corresponding Terms