title: Malignant pleural effusion.
abstract: Pleural effusion is a frequent complication of malignant disease. With a realization of pathophysiological mechanisms, symptomatology, and specific care needs of patients, the nurse can make appropriate assessments and provide thorough and essential care to improve patient outcome.
authors: J M
authors: JM
authors: Fox
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D009733:Nursing Diagnosis; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D016066:Pleural Effusion, Malignant / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy