Effusion of fluid into the air spaces and tissue spaces of the lungs is called:
A) pleuritis.
B) pleurocentesis.
C) pneumocentesis.
D) pulmonary edema.

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The term "effusion of fluid into the air spaces and tissue spaces of the lungs" specifically describes pulmonary edema, which is caused by an imbalance of fluid in the lungs and can lead to breathing difficulties and reduced oxygen intake. Pleuritis refers to inflammation of the pleural membranes surrounding the lungs, pleurocentesis involves removing fluid from the pleural cavity around the lungs, and pneumocentesis is not a commonly used medical term.

Effusion of Fluid into the Air Spaces and Tissue Spaces