A 54-yeаr-оld mаle with а histоry оf hypertension and heart failure with reduced ejection fraction secondary to methamphetamine abuse presents to the emergency department with shortness of breath and progressive dyspnea over 3 days. He is diagnosed with a recurrent left pleural effusion. Physical examination: Vital signs: BP 161/88, HR 101, RR 30, SpO2 92% on 2L NC, Temperature 98.2F Cardiac: Regular rhythm with tachycardia, S3 gallop present Pulmonary: Decreased breath sounds at the left lung base Extremities: 1+ edema bilaterally to mid-calf What is the MOST appropriate next step in the management of this patient's pleural effusion?
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