Section 3
Serous Fluids
Description
Review the definition of serous fluids and its types. Define the location of pleural fluid and its ndications.
Objectives
- Name 3 types of serous fluids
- Define the location of pleural fluid
- Differentiate between exudate and transudate
- List indications for pleural fluid analysis
- Describe the appearance of mesothelial cells on the cytospin
- Identify the location of peritoneal fluid
- List indications for pericardiocentesis
- Differentiate between peritoneal dialysate and peritoneal lavage