Vascular Access Exam Prep

Category - Vascular Access Practice Test

What is the normal range of central venous pressure when measured with a transducer?
  1. 2 to 6 mmHg
  2. 7 to 10 mmHg
  3. 12 to 20 mmHg
  4. 25 to 50 mmHg
Explanation
Answer: A-The normal range of central venous pressure is 2 to 6 mmHg when measured with a transducer. This reading reflects the pressure in the right atrium of the heart. The catheter is advanced to lie in the superior vena cava or the right atrium and is a reflection of the patient’s fluid volume levels.
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