The term used to describe fluid collecting in the pericardial cavity that restricts the movement of the heart is known as
A) cardiac tamponade.
B) mitral valve prolapse.
C) pleural effusion.
D) cardiomyopathy.
E) pericarditis.

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Cardiac tamponade is the accumulation of fluid in the pericardial cavity that puts pressure on the heart, leading to restricted movement and decreased cardiac output. The other options do not specifically refer to this condition.

The Term Used to Describe Fluid Collecting in the Pericardial