18th August 2020

A GP sees a recently performed chest X-ray of one of his patients who suffers from asbestosis

A GP sees a recently performed chest X-ray of one of his patients who suffers from asbestosis. An area of pleural effusion can be seen unilaterally. Which of these is the most appropriate palliative intervention if the patient were to  have severe breathing difficulties?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.