EFFUSION

 

Based on “Confusion” written by Jeff Lynne

 

If you’re having trouble breathing
And it isn’t due to wheezing
Fluid might be the reason why
Effusion- Fluid in the pleural space
Effusion- Can put a frown on your face
Your breath is short and your reserve is all gone
You wonder if you’ll have the strength to go on 

X-Ray gives the diagnosis
Lateral decubitus
Position will help to verify
Effusion- Systemic cause: transudate
Effusion- Local problems: exudate
Your breath is short and your reserve is all gone
You think you’ll never live without 02 on 

Fluid for analysis
From a thoracentisis
Can be of help to identify
Effusion- The treatment that you should take
Effusion- To rectify this mistake
Your breath is short and your reserve is all gone
But with proper treatment your life will go on
 

Midi courtesy of Boudies Midi Place
http://www.geocities.com/boudie_1/muziek.htm

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