The resulting pain and inflammation when pleural fluid is unable to prevent friction between the opposing pleural surfaces is known as
A) pleurisy.
B) pulmonary hypertension.
C) emphysema.
D) COPD.
E) asthma.

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Pleurisy is a condition where inflammation of the pleura (the membranes surrounding the lungs) occurs, often due to insufficient pleural fluid, leading to pain and friction between the pleural surfaces.

The Resulting Pain and Inflammation When Pleural Fluid Is Unable