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SO00

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What is the name given to the acute angle formed by the costal pleura joining the diaphragmatic pleura?
 
  a. Angle of Louis
  b. Costophrenic angle
  c. Diaphragmatic groove
  d. Oblique fissure

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What is the function of the very small amount of pleural fluid that is found in the pleural space?
 
  a. Composes part of anatomic shunt.
  b. Liquid barrier for pathogens.
  c. Part of pulmonary blood flow.
  d. Reduces friction.


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Sierray

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The angle where the costal parietal pleura joins the diaphragmatic parietal pleura is known as the costophrenic angle.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The small volume of pleural fluid is spread out over the entire surface of both lungs and functions as a lubricant to reduce friction as the lungs move within the thorax and as an airtight seal that adheres together the two pleural membranes.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
:D TYSM

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