What is measured by a Central Venous Catheter (CVC)?
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The question is asking about the specific physiological measurement that can be obtained using a Central Venous Catheter (CVC). It provides multiple-choice options related to cardiovascular measurements.
Answer
Central venous pressure and oxygen saturation
A Central Venous Catheter (CVC) measures central venous pressure (CVP) and central venous oxygen saturation. It can also be used for directing fluid resuscitation.
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A Central Venous Catheter (CVC) measures central venous pressure (CVP) and central venous oxygen saturation. It can also be used for directing fluid resuscitation.
More Information
CVCs are crucial for critically ill patients to assess hemodynamic status and guide therapy decisions.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the CVC measurements with those from arterial lines. Ensure clear differentiation.
Sources
- Monitoring - central venous line - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Central Venous Catheter - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Central venous catheter - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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