A diagnosis of the cause of pleural effusion is important in planning treatment. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by a pleural effusion. Talk to your doctor if you have any of the following problems: 1  Dyspnea (shortness of breath). 2  Cough. 3  An uncomfortable feeling or pain in the chest.
Surgical technicians, also called surgical technologists, work in operating rooms under the supervision of surgeons and surgical assistants. Your work may include preparing an operating room by setting up and sterilizing equipment, checking machines that monitor vitals, and assembling equipment for surgery.
The median salary for surgical technologists is $41,790 annually, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This equates to about $20.09 per hour for a full-time schedule, which most surg techs work.