NCLEX-CGFNS: CVP (Central Venous Pressure Monitoring)

Central Venous Pressure Monitoring

• Central Venous Pressure (CVP) is the pressure of blood in the thoracic vena cava, near the right atrium of the hear
• The purpose of central venous pressure monitoring is to provides an indication of pressure in the right atrium
• The zero level of manometer should be placed at the level of the right atrium at the 4th intercostals space
• Teach patient to avoid coughing and straining since it increases the readings
• Normal CVP : 2-12 mmHg. when the tube is at the superior vena cava