CVP Measuring and Complications

CVP Measuring and
Complications

Central venous pressure (CVP) is _____. - ANSWERSThe pressure of blood in the right atrium



CVP is measured with (a), and (b) or (c) - ANSWERSa) = indwelling central venous catheter (CVC)

b) = pressure manometer

c) = transducer



3 sites of CVC insertion - ANSWERS1) Jugular vein

2) Subclavian vein

3) Femoral vein



Inserting CVC into jugular vein - ANSWERSPros: High rate of successful insertion (veins are short,
straight, relatively large) and low incidence of complications e.g. pneumothorax.



Cons: Possibility of catheter occlusion because patient might move their head



Inserting CVC into subclavian vein - ANSWERSPros: Most easily recognizable site (identifiable
anatomic landmarks), most comfortable for patient



Cons: High risk of pneumothorax



Inserting CVC into femoral vein - ANSWERSPros: Easy access; best in emergencies